CoS Allocation Priority Service
Employers in the UK who are licensed to sponsor migrant workers must understand the rules around Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS). A CoS is the digital document assigned to a worker that enables them to apply for a visa. Without a valid CoS, an application cannot proceed. The Home Office operates an allocation system to control […]
Can My Sponsor Cancel My Visa in UK?
When holding a UK visa that depends on a sponsoring employer, it is natural to worry about what could happen if your employment relationship changes. The link between your visa status and your sponsor’s obligations under UK immigration law creates uncertainty, especially if you face dismissal, redundancy or your employer decides to withdraw sponsorship. Many […]
Authorising Officer Guide
This article explains the role of the Authorising Officer in the UK sponsorship system. It sets out who can be appointed, the legal responsibilities attached to the position, and the compliance risks that businesses must manage. What this article is about: employers seeking or holding a sponsor licence will gain clarity on the importance of […]
Appendix D Sponsor Licence
Appendix D is one of the most critical parts of the UK sponsorship framework for employers. It sets out the detailed record-keeping duties that licensed sponsors must follow to evidence compliance during Home Office monitoring and audits. While the sponsor guidance explains the overall rules and processes of sponsorship, Appendix D (an annex within the […]
A Rating Sponsor Licence UK
Employers in the UK who wish to sponsor foreign workers must hold a valid sponsor licence issued by the Home Office. When a licence is granted, it is given a rating that reflects the level of trust the Home Office places in the sponsoring organisation. An A rating sponsor licence is the standard status for […]
Appendix A Sponsor Licence
When applying for a UK sponsor licence, employers must meet strict evidential requirements set out under the Immigration Rules. Appendix A plays a central role in this process, specifying the types of documents that an organisation must provide to demonstrate its legitimacy, capability, and compliance with immigration sponsorship duties. Without satisfying Appendix A, a sponsor […]
Sponsor Licence Suspension
If the Home Office considers your organisation has breached its immigration compliance duties, it may take the decision to suspend your sponsor licence. If you receive notification that your organisation’s sponsorship licence is being suspended, you will need to act quickly to resolve the issues if you want to retain your status as a licensed […]
UK Visitor Visas: What Travellers Need to Know
Travelling to the United Kingdom requires careful planning, particularly where immigration rules are concerned. The UK operates a structured system for visitor visas, with strict limits on permitted activities. Whether you are travelling for tourism, business, family reasons or medical treatment, it is important to understand which visa you need, what it allows you to […]
UK Sponsor Licence Guide for Employers
Employers in the United Kingdom who want to recruit skilled workers from overseas must first secure a sponsor licence from the Home Office. Holding a valid licence allows an organisation to assign Certificates of Sponsorship to eligible overseas workers. However, a sponsor licence also places the business under strict and ongoing Home Office scrutiny, with […]
UK India Young Professionals Scheme Visa
Section A: Understanding the Young Professionals Scheme The UK–India Young Professionals Scheme visa is a bespoke immigration route created as part of the broader UK–India Mobility and Migration Partnership. It is designed to give highly educated young Indian nationals a chance to gain international exposure by living and working in the UK for […]