Category Archives: Tier 2

Immigration Law Seminar

Posted on March 22, 2013 by dmblog

We are hosting a series of Breakfast and Lunch & Learn seminars The sessions are an opportunity for you to hear what changes are in store for 2013 practical advice on how you can use the immigration rules to recruit … Continue reading →

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Updated Standard Occupation Classification (SOC) Codes

Posted on January 3, 2013 by dmblog

When assigning Tier 2 certificates of sponsorships on or after the 13 December 2012 you must rely on the Standard of Occupation Classification Codes that was last updated on 13 December found on the UKBA website.

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Tier 2 Sponsor Licence Supporting Documents

Posted on September 14, 2012 by dmblog

If you are applying for the PBS Sponsor licence for the first time or you need to renew your licence the application can only be made online. Being an online application the UKBA are stringent with the eligibility of supporting … Continue reading →

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The UK Border Agency risks mutiny as it struggles to find its sea legs

Posted on July 13, 2012 by

It might seem obvious that shipping operators and seafarers working in and around UK waters have no need to fear Somalian pirates. But that’s not just because 5,547 nautical miles and the Suez Canal lie between! In all likelihood the … Continue reading →

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Footnote to evidence needed for dependent teenagers….

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

  Our blog last week was prompted by the work we’ve been undertaking for a client, a work permit holder.  Instructed by his prospective Sponsor, we arranged an application for him to change employer under the Tier 2 General category. This was a fairly complex … Continue reading →

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Olympic Days Olympic Delays

Posted on May 15, 2012 by

Britain is preparing itself to ‘inspire a generation’ or so the slogan goes. With the Olympics around the corner all systems are go across the UK to ensure that the Olympics run smoothly for the most important participants, the spectators. … Continue reading →

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Premium customer service

Posted on May 3, 2012 by

The UKBA have a scheme called The Premium Customer Service for those who sponsor Tier 2 and Tier 5 migrant workers under the points-based system.  We have received numerous queries from companies asking whether it’s worth applying. The costs are … Continue reading →

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Tier 2 and associated policies

Posted on April 11, 2012 by

UKBA are reporting the following concerning the 2012-13 annual limit for Tier 2 and associated policies, the government has announced that: The Tier 2 (General) limit will remain at its current level of 20,700 for the next 2 years until April … Continue reading →

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Premium service for licence holders……

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

The UKBA have just released more detailed information regarding the Premiums Services for Sponsors. To be eligible for the service, you must be an A-rated sponsor who is able to demonstrate that you continue to fulfil you duties as a … Continue reading →

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UKBA – what do you think about their service?

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

The UKBA want to know what you think about their service. Do you actually get through on the phone? Do you receive the correct information? How easy is it to navigate their website?     Dear Sir or Madam Business … Continue reading →

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