Sponsor Licence Downgraded?
Section A: Sponsor licence ratings The Home Office categorises sponsor licences with either A- or B-ratings. Having first been approved for a sponsor licence, each licence is granted an A-rating. An A-rated licence means that the sponsoring organisation has the necessary systems and people in place to meet its sponsor duties, and is trusted […]
Sponsor Licence Compliance Guide
Section A: What is Sponsor Licence Compliance? Employers granted a sponsor licence accept a legally binding responsibility to manage and monitor every sponsored worker’s immigration status, employment conditions, and right to work. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) will only approve a sponsor licence application if the organisation can clearly demonstrate its ability to […]
Sponsor Licence Refused?
Section A: Sponsor licence application decisions Applying for a sponsor licence can be a complex and challenging process, where any errors within this process can result in an application being refused or rejected. If your sponsor licence application is refused or rejected by UKVI, this can have a hugely detrimental impact on […]
UK Points Based Immigration System Guide
Section A: Points Based Immigration The United Kingdom’s Points Based Immigration System (PBS) sets the framework for those looking to apply for a UK work, study or business visa. At its core, the PBS assigns applicants points for various attributes and qualifications, such as professional skills, educational background, salary levels and English language […]
UK Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence
Section A: UK Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence Overview If you are looking to expand your overseas business by establishing a branch or subsidiary in the UK, you may need a UK Expansion Worker sponsor licence. It’s a specific type of sponsor licence that allows overseas entities to sponsor a senior company representative under […]
Medical Visa UK: Rules & Applications
Section A: Who Needs a UK Medical Visa? If you plan to come to the UK to receive private medical treatment or to donate an organ, you will usually need to apply under the Standard Visitor visa route. Whether you must obtain entry clearance in advance depends on your nationality and the intended […]
UK Permitted Paid Engagement Visa Guide
Section A: What is the Permitted Paid Engagement Visa? The Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE) visa allows established overseas professionals to come to the UK for a short visit to carry out a specific, pre-arranged paid activity in limited, pre-approved circumstances. It is intended for individuals with a recognised reputation or demonstrable track record […]
Authorising Officer: UK Sponsor Role
Section A: What is an Authorising Officer? When you are applying for a sponsor licence, you will be required to nominate certain key personnel to manage the sponsorship process, including an Authorising Officer. An Authorising Officer is the senior individual within a UK business responsible for managing and overseeing compliance with Home Office […]
Tier 2 Visa Application: Skilled Worker Visa Guide
The Tier 2 Visa was replaced by the Skilled Worker Visa at the end of 2020. It is the main route for foreign nationals seeking employment in the UK with an approved sponsor. It allows skilled workers to take up roles with a licensed employer who meets salary and job eligibility criteria. Skilled worker applicants […]
Tier 2 Sponsorship: Skilled Worker Visa Guide
With Tier 2 visa sponsorship, now called Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, UK employers are permitted to hire skilled workers from overseas where the role and level of pay meet specific requirements. In most cases, UK companies hiring workers that are not UK/Irish nationals without indefinite leave or pre-settled status are required to hold a valid […]