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Your Gateway to Skilled Worker Sponsorship in the UK
Your journey to obtaining a UK Sponsorship Licence begins here. We offer a comprehensive solution for your sponsor licence application, ensuring UKVI compliance. Let’s get your Sponsor Licence journey started today.
UK Sponsorship Licence Application – Apply for Tier 2 Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence If your UK-based firm intends to employ non-UK residents (including EU nationals entering the UK from 1st January 2021), you must possess a valid sponsor licence from the UK Home Office. The process of obtaining an employer sponsorship licence can be intricate, but we’re here to assist. There are two types of sponsor licences available: Tier 2 and Tier 5.
The Tier 2 sponsor license is designed for UK employers who wish to sponsor non-UK nationals to work in skilled jobs in the UK. This includes jobs that necessitate a specific skill set, professional qualifications, or relevant experience.
Sponsor Licence Application Requirements
Application for a UK sponsorship licence necessitates certain documents you need to provide to succeed. In addition to the sponsorship licence application form, you will also need to submit a minimum of 4 supporting documents from the list below:
- Companies House Registration Number
- SIGNED Annual Accounts (it is mandatory if the business is over 18 months old)
- Minimum 1-month business bank statement, the bank needs to be registered and regulated by the FCA and PRA.
- Employer liability insurance certificate (minimum employee cover £5 million)
- Copy of Lease, freehold or Tenancy agreement
- Copy of regulatory approval, i.e. Health & Safety star rating for food businesses, ACCA, SRA, etc.
- VAT Certificate (if registered)
- PAYE or Account Office reference letter from HMRC
- Apart from the above documents, the company must have a Pension scheme in place.
If the skilled worker sponsor licence application is denied, there is a six-month cooling-off period before you can reapply. In some cases, you may be able to appeal the decision. You’ll need to address the reasons your application was denied in your reapplication.
How long does a UK Sponsor Licence Application take?
To apply for a sponsor licence, it usually takes 8 weeks to get a decision from the Home Office. Processing time may be longer if your application is complex or you have not provided the required information. The Home Office may need to conduct an on-site visit to your business premises as part of their due diligence and this can add a few more weeks to the process.
What are the expenses associated with the UK Sponsor Licence Application?
The cost of a sponsor license application varies depending on the size of the organization. For small organization’s, the Sponsor License application fee is £536, which needs to be paid to the Home Office For Medium to large organizations, the Sponsor License application fee is £1,476, which also needs to be paid to the Home Office. A small organization is defined as 1-50 staff, less than 10.2 million annual turnovers, and total assets worth £5.1 million or less. Additionally, an annual sponsor license fee must be paid to maintain the license, but that will only depend on the number of skilled workers the company employs.
UK Sponsorship Licence: Requirements and Process Explained
To Sponsor a foreign worker in your company, the process involves the employer applying for a sponsor licence from the UK Home Office, securing the necessary requirements and advertising the role to be filled by the overseas worker. Once you became a licenced sponsor in the UK, you can then issue a Certificate of Sponsorship to the perspect foreign employees, the employee then use the CoS to apply for their skilled worker visa. It is important to note that sponsor licence holders are required to follow the sponsor duties and manage the licence in compliance with Home Office guidance. More information about sponsor licence compliance
Certificate of Sponsorship
Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) is an electronic document that is issued by the sponsor licence holders to foreign workers they want to hire. Employers should apply for a Defined and Undefined CoS through the Sponsorship Management System (SMS). Employers should have access to the SMS when their sponsor licences are granted. The process is relatively straightforward but does require some upfront work by the employer. If you had like some professional advice from Immigration Lawyers, contact us
Why Choose Us?
With years of experience in immigration services, we specialize in facilitating Tier 2 and Tier 5 Sponsor Licence applications. Our team of OISC-approved Immigration Advisors has a proven track record of successfully guiding over 1000 companies through the Sponsor Licence application process.
Our Services Include:
Assessment of Sponsorship Needs: We thoroughly evaluate your organization’s requirements to determine the most suitable type of sponsorship licence.
Document Preparation: Our experts assist in gathering and organizing all necessary documentation, including Companies House registration, financial records, and regulatory approvals.
Application Guidance: We provide step-by-step guidance on completing the Sponsor Licence application form and responding to Home Office queries accurately.
Compliance Assistance: We ensure that your organization meets all Home Office criteria, including assessing the suitability of key personnel and recommending mandatory and supporting documents.
Fast-Track Support: Our priority is expediting your application process, minimizing delays, and maximizing your chances of securing a Sponsor Licence swiftly.
Key Benefits of Sponsorship Licence:
Global Talent Acquisition
A Sponsor Licence allows your organization to employ skilled workers from overseas, filling essential roles and enriching your talent pool.
Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS)
You can issue Certificates of Sponsorship to prospective foreign employees, enabling them to apply for skilled worker visas.
Compliance and Management
Ensure compliance with sponsor duties and manage your licence effectively with expert guidance.
Legitimacy and Integrity
Acquiring a Sponsor Licence means your company has passed certain tests and met certain standards, proving your legitimacy and integrity.
Long-term Employee Retention
A Sponsor Licence enables you to employ skilled long-term, committed employees. Due to the costs and complexities of a Skilled Worker visa, these employees are less likely to change jobs, leading to better staff retention.
Increased Diversity
Sponsor Licence allocations give you a great opportunity to increase diversity in your workforce. Having employees from several cultures can often result in increased creativity, better morale, and higher retention levels.
Competitive Advantage
With an increasing number of organizations obtaining sponsor licences, holding one allows you to compete effectively in the talent market.
Let Us Guide You Through the Process:
Embark on your journey to becoming a licensed sponsor in the UK with confidence. Contact us today to learn more about our Sponsor Licence Application services and take the first step towards expanding your workforce with skilled talent from around the globe.
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