Sponsorship Licences and Visa Sponsorship

Who Needs a Sponsorship Licence

1. Businesses sponsoring skilled workers: 

This is the most common scenario. If you want to hire someone under the Tier 2 (General) Skilled Worker visa, you will need a sponsorship licence.  This includes workers in various occupations, from IT professionals and engineers to chefs and nurses. 

2. Businesses sponsoring Senior or Specialist Workers: 

This visa category targets highly skilled and experienced individuals in specific sectors like academia, science, and technology.  Similarly, sponsoring individuals under this visa requires a dedicated sponsorship licence. 

3. Businesses sponsoring Senior or Specialist Worker: 

A Senior or Specialist Worker visa allows you to come to or stay in the UK to do an eligible job at your employer’s UK branch. This visa has replaced the Intra-company Transfer visa, previously the Tier 2 (Intra-company Transfer) Long-term Staff visa.

4. Businesses sponsoring other specific visa categories: 

Certain other visa categories like Sportsperson, Minister of Religion, and Creative Worker also require sponsorship licences in specific circumstances. 

Why Choose a Sponsorship Licence Lawyer for Your Business?

Navigating the complexities of UK Sponsorship Licences and visa sponsorships can be daunting for businesses, especially with strict regulations and ever-changing requirements. While you can technically apply yourself, partnering with a dedicated Sponsorship Licence lawyer offers a multitude of benefits: 

Increased Success Rates:

Expertise and knowledge: Lawyers possess in-depth understanding of immigration law, sponsorship regulations, and Home Office expectations. They can guide you through complex processes and ensure your application adheres to all requirements, minimising the risk of rejection and costly delays. 

Experienced application handling: Lawyers have a proven track record of successful applications across various visa categories and complexities. They leverage their experience to anticipate potential issues and address them proactively, increasing your chances of securing the licence efficiently. 

Reduced Stress and Time Commitment:

Streamlined process: Lawyers handle the entire application process for you, from initial eligibility assessment to gathering documents, completing forms, and liaising with the Home Office. This frees up your valuable time and resources to focus on core business activities. 

Peace of mind: Knowing a qualified professional is managing your application alleviates stress and uncertainty. You can be confident that everything is being handled meticulously and professionally. 

Compliance and Ongoing Support

Expert advice: Lawyers can assess your specific needs and advise on the most suitable sponsor licence type, ensuring compliance with ongoing obligations and sponsor duties. 

Proactive guidance: They stay updated on changing regulations and advise you on any necessary adjustments to maintain compliance, avoiding potential penalties or licence revocation. 

Long-term partnership: Once licensed, lawyers can support you with future sponsorships, renewals, and any immigration queries related to your sponsored employees. 

Additional Advantages:

Cost-effectiveness: While upfront fees might seem high, consider the time, resources, and potential costs associated with a DIY application that gets rejected. Lawyers can prevent costly delays and rejections, ensuring a smooth and efficient process. 

Reputation and trust: Employing a reputable lawyer demonstrates your commitment to ethical recruitment practices and responsible sponsorship, potentially enhancing your employer brand and attracting top talent.