For employers
We help UK businesses sponsor overseas workers, manage immigration compliance and grow their teams lawfully. From your first sponsor licence to day-to-day compliance, we keep the process clear.
- For
- UK employers of all sizes
- Covers
- Licence to compliance
- Format
- Remote or on site
- Fees
- Quoted in writing
Overview
Why sponsorship matters.
Organisations that want to employ overseas workers through the points-based system need a sponsor licence. Without one, they cannot assign Certificates of Sponsorship, which workers need to apply for a visa.
Holding a licence also brings duties. The Home Office can visit, audit and suspend licences, and employing someone without the right to work can lead to heavy civil penalties.
What we do
Our corporate services.
Sponsor licence applications
We check eligibility, prepare your supporting documents and guide you through the online application.
Certificates of Sponsorship
Help assigning CoS correctly, with the right occupation code, salary and details.
Right to work checks
Clear processes for checking every new starter, including online share codes and eVisas.
Compliance audits
A mock audit of your HR records and processes, with a written action plan.
Compliance visit preparation
Preparing your team and records before a Home Office compliance visit.
Worker visa applications
Supporting your sponsored staff and their families with their own applications.
Process
Getting your sponsor licence.
- 1
Eligibility check
We confirm your business is eligible and identify the licence type and roles you need.
- 2
HR systems review
We check your record keeping and right to work processes meet Home Office standards.
- 3
Documents and application
We help you collect the required documents and complete the online application.
- 4
Home Office decision
The Home Office assesses your application and may visit before deciding.
- 5
Start sponsoring
Once licensed, you can assign Certificates of Sponsorship to new hires.
Compliance
Your duties as a sponsor.
- Carry out and record right to work checks for every employee
- Keep copies of key documents for each sponsored worker
- Report certain changes to the Home Office within set deadlines
- Make sure sponsored workers do the job and earn the salary stated on their CoS
- Keep your organisation details up to date on the sponsor management system
FAQ
Common questions.
Cannot find your answer? Email replies@myimmigration.uk or message us on WhatsApp.
How long does a sponsor licence application take?
The Home Office usually decides within about eight weeks. A priority service may be available for an extra fee.
Can small businesses get a sponsor licence?
Yes. Businesses of all sizes can apply if they are genuine, operating lawfully in the UK, and can meet the sponsor duties.
What is a Certificate of Sponsorship?
An electronic record with a unique number that you assign to a worker. They use it to apply for their visa.
Contact us
Talk to us about sponsoring workers.
Tell us about your plans and we will get back to you within one business day.
- Call or text+44 7882 503373
- WhatsApp+44 7798 958198
- Emailreplies@myimmigration.uk
- HoursMonday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:30
