How to Sponsor Someone UK
Sponsoring someone to come to the UK is a structured process governed by immigration law. Sponsorship can take different forms depending on the circumstances. Employers may wish to bring overseas workers to fill roles within their organisation, while individuals may look to reunite with family members. In both cases, the process requires compliance with detailed […]
How Long Does it Take to Get a Sponsorship Licence
Applying for a UK sponsor licence is a crucial step for employers who want to hire skilled workers from outside the UK. Without a licence, organisations cannot assign Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) and therefore cannot employ workers under routes such as the Skilled Worker visa, Global Business Mobility routes, or Temporary Worker categories. What this […]
Global Mobility Sponsor Licence
The UK Global Business Mobility (GBM) routes enable overseas businesses to deploy workers to the UK for specific assignments that support commercial expansion, training, or service delivery. To sponsor these individuals, the UK host entity must hold a Global Business Mobility sponsor licence. What this article is about: This guide explains what the Global Business […]
Defined vs Undefined CoS
This article explains the rules around Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) under the UK’s Skilled Worker visa route. What this article is about:Employers in the UK must hold a sponsor licence to employ most non-UK workers. One of the central duties of a sponsor is issuing Certificates of Sponsorship to eligible workers. There are two main […]
Daily Licence Checker UK
This article explains the Home Office Daily Licence Checker, a tool used to confirm the current sponsor status of UK employers. It covers how the checker works, why status can change quickly, and how both employers and overseas applicants should use it to manage immigration compliance risks. The content integrates best practice for HR teams […]
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 […]