Apply for a UK Sponsor Licence
Say goodbye to complicated immigration applications and compliance, endless documentation and looming deadlines. Unburden your HR with a dedicated senior partner as your immigration account manager.
Why You Should Apply For a Sponsor Licence
Why You Should Apply For a Sponsor Licence
Acquiring your Sponsor Licence provides access to a global talent pool. Allowing you to source and recruit the best and most skilled candidates from anywhere in the world for your organisation.
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Secure Your Sponsor Licence With Rove Legal
Secure Your Sponsor Licence With Rove Legal
Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
Choosing the Right Licence
Licence types can be confusing, but our legal experts will help you pick the perfect one based on your employees’ immigration route, ensuring a smooth process.
Identify Blind Spots
We often notice nuanced differences which can lead to unintended consequences. That’s why wWe identify and manage all potential blind spots for both you and your applicants to prevent larger issues in the future.
Streamlined Application
Applying for a Sponsor Licence can be complex. We offer staff training on compliance duties and help you assign key roles. We’ll also assist in gathering essential documents and navigating the online application, making the process hassle-free.
What is a Sponsor Licence?
What is a Sponsor Licence?
For UK businesses to hire international talent, a Sponsor Licence is a requisite. Formerly referred to as a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence, this certification empowers UK employers to issue Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) and bring overseas professionals on board under Skilled Worker visas.
Sponsor Licences are integral to UK businesses for sourcing talent globally, especially across sectors like Healthcare, Hospitality, Construction, Telecoms, IT, and Media. The process to secure such a licence is stringent, and keeping it active necessitates strict regulatory compliance.
Ensuring compliance with a Sponsor Licence involves tailoring your HR protocols to meet the Home Office’s stipulations.
Eligibility Criteria for a Sponsor Licence
- Authentic business operation: Your organisation must be a bona fide entity operating lawfully in the United Kingdom.
- UK-based: You need to have your base of operations in the United Kingdom.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Clean record: Demonstrate a clean slate concerning immigration control threats and criminal history, including money laundering, fraud, and immigration-related offences.
- Robust HR system: Maintain a robust HR system capable of efficiently fulfilling sponsor duties.
- Key personnel: Your key personnel should embody traits of honesty, dependability, and reliability.
Documents Required
Document requirements can vary based on the organisation’s type and UK operational history. Usually, a minimum of four documents must be submitted. It’s advisable to include additional documents.
- Latest audited annual accounts
- Employer’s liability insurance certificate
- Certificate of VAT registration
- Latest corporate bank statement
- HMRC registration proof, including PAYE
- Evidence of business premises ownership or commercial lease and accounts office reference number.
Application Processing Time
- Normally, decisions are made within 8 weeks of submission. For expedited processing, an additional fee of £500 can be paid. Please note that fast-tracking is only available if you have been notified of its possibility.
Common Reasons for Refusal of Sponsor Licence Applications
Common Reasons for Refusal of Sponsor Licence Applications
1. Truly Bespoke Support
We provide a one-to-one service, bypassing the typical bureaucracy found in larger firms. From Sponsor Licence application to requesting CoS (Certificate of Sponsorship) we are always accessible to ready to support you.
2. Proactive Advice
Whether you’re thinking about getting your sponsor licence or looking for support with CoS (Certificate of Sponsorship) issuance, we’ll take a proactive approach and anticipate any potential issues that may need fixing before they become problems.
3. Expert Lawyers Instead of Junior Staff
We’re a law firm, not an immigration advisory, adhering to the highest standards of client care and ethics regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Your case will be managed by an experienced solicitor, not case workers or paralegals.
4. No Blind Spots
Before we start the process of acquiring your sponsor licence, we’ll ensure your business qualifies and that your job offerings meet the Home Office’s criteria. We review your situation from every angle possible – No more worrying about eligibility checks.
Hire Globally With a Sponsor Licence
Hire Globally With a Sponsor Licence
When your business secures a Sponsor Licence, it opens a gateway to a world of advantages. Here’s why it’s pivotal:
Access to Global Talent
With a Sponsor Licence, you're not limited by geographic boundaries. You can effortlessly tap into a global talent pool, ensuring you have the best and brightest on your team.
Faster Recruitment
Say goodbye to lengthy recruitment processes. A Sponsor Licence allows you to swiftly bring in skilled workers from abroad or those already in the UK, reducing hiring timelines significantly.
Business Growth
A diverse team can fuel innovation and creativity, leading to business growth. By fostering diversity, you enhance your company's adaptability and problem-solving capabilities.
Competitive Edge
Your ability to sponsor overseas talent provides you with a competitive advantage over companies that can only hire locally.
Facilitating Global Talent Acquisition for an American EV Automotive Company
Immigration Guidance for a US Law Firm’s UK Expansion
Sponsor Licence Application for UK CEO and Specialists in Renewable Energy Project
Global Recruitment Support For One of the Largest Vertical Farming Units in The World
European Private Equity Firm Expands in UK with Sponsor Licence & Global Mobility
FCA Regulated Bank Secures Sponsor Licences for Senior Leadership and Key Workers
AVOID REFUSAL
Common Reasons for Refusal of Sponsor Licence Application
Common Reasons for Refusal of Sponsor Licence Application
1. Lack of Evidence for Overseas Hiring Need
The Home Office requires proof that your organisation truly needs overseas talent. Applications may be declined if UK residents could handle roles or need to be sufficiently skilled.
2. Immigration Rule Violations
Non-adherence to UK immigration guidelines can result in a rejection, especially if your organisation or key staff have a history of violations.
3. Weak HR Infrastructure
You must show that your HR systems can effectively oversee overseas employees. Any uncertainty on the Home Office’s part about this can result in a decline.
4. Uncooperative During Home Office Audits
Being unprepared for, or uncooperative during, Home Office inspections can negatively affect your application.
4. Legal Penalties
Applications may be rejected if your organisation or its leaders have unresolved criminal convictions or have violated civil regulations, especially concerning worker rights and immigration.
Our Testimonials
Our Testimonials
This firm can only be described as excellent. Their knowledge of immigration law is second to none. The fast efficient way that they deal with situations is first-class professionalism at its very best. Once you have used Jay and his team you will never use anyone else.
Jay Moghal of Rove Legal is extremely professional and has deep and impressive knowledge of all aspects of immigration law and procedure. He is creative and a great communicator, fierce and energising, encouraging the pursuit of his clients’ cases with impeccable judgement. I would not hesitate to recommend Jay. His knowledge and professionalism shines through in every event.
Jay and his team assisted with switching over from a student BRP to a spousal one. All I had to do was show up to my appointment and take my fingerprints/photos. They handled the rest! What a dream.
Rove Legal were an absolute dream to deal with. Jay Moghal was our appointed lawyer and he was excellent to deal with. He ensured we submitted all of the required documents and when our application was delayed with COVID challenges he chased the UK Government to expedite the issue and ensure a successful outcome. Highly recommend Rove Legal and Jay to anyone who needs immigration to support.
Highly recommended. Jay is a thorough professional, who reviewed the case in depth, looked after all the aspects and his suggestions on what I should submit with the case were spot on. I don’t think my case would have been accepted without his help.
I had a very good experience with Mr Jay Moghal. I faced a couple of problems and appreciate his professionalism and transparency to deal with my issues and solve the problem. I highly recommend him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a sponsor licence application cost?
Sponsor Licence costs £536 for a small company or charity, and £1,476 for a medium/large company. Note You may qualify as a small sponsor if two or more of the following apply:
- Your annual turnover is £10.2 million or less
- Your total assets are worth £5.1 million or less
- You have 50 employees or fewer
What is a Sponsor Licence?
The exact processing time of your sponsor licence is deepened on a number of factors. However, you’ll often receive a decision from Home Office with 8 weeks of your application submission date. Bear in mind Home Office may decide to conduct a compliance visit prior to issuing of the licence decision. In that case expect your time frame to increase to up to 12 weeks.
What type of licence should I apply for?
The processing time for your licence hinges on the type of worker you intend to sponsor. You have two main options:
Worker Licence: This allows you to sponsor individuals in various skilled roles for different durations.
Temporary Worker Licence: Designed for specific employment types, including volunteering and for roles in the creative or sporting industry.
Both licence categories offer further subcategories. If you need guidance in navigating these options, feel free to reach out for support.
How do I apply for a sponsor licence?
Applications are made online via the Home Office website. All supporting documents and evidence must be submitted within five days of your initial application. Book your consultation with us here.
