A highly regarded group of UK immigration lawyers, Sky Blue, specializes in all forms of immigration and visa guidance for clients from all walks of life. We can assist you if you want to get a sponsorship license for your company so that you can hire qualified workers from abroad.

We have been successful in assisting numerous firms in obtaining sponsorship licenses from the Home Office ever since the launch of the Skilled Worker pathway (formerly Tier 2 Sponsor Licence). No matter how difficult or urgent your needs, our knowledgeable attorneys will support and represent you to provide you the best opportunity of a favorable result.

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⦁ Who is eligible for a sponsorship license?

An outside country must first obtain the proper visa from the Home Office in order to work in the UK permanently (and maybe qualify for settlement).

The Skilled Worker Visa, which can provide those who meet the requirements indefinite leave to remain in the UK, is one of the more well-liked routes for migrant workers.

However, in order to join or stay in the UK through the skilled worker pathway, a written job offer must first be received from a qualified and approved sponsor.
This Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), which is the primary prerequisite for receiving a Skilled Worker Visa, can only be produced by companies who have been granted a sponsorship license by the Home Office.

Why it’s important for any company looking to hire foreign workers in any capacity to first ascertain whether they require a sponsorship license.

If a company hires foreign labor without the necessary license, there may be severe fines and penalties.

⦁ What is sponsorship licence?

Businesses in the UK can lawfully hire qualified foreign workers thanks to sponsorship licenses, formerly known as Tier 2 sponsor licenses. Through the skilled worker pathway, skilled workers can enter the UK first, or they can “switch” to a skilled worker visa from another visa category, such as a graduate visa.

When a sponsorship license is successfully obtained, a company is allowed to hire staff for a four-year term. The license can then be renewed by submitting an application following that.

If you have any queries about your eligibility as an employer or would want more information about the features and advantages of sponsorship licenses, get in touch with a member of the Sky Blue team right away.

⦁ Why Would You Request a Sponsorship License?

Businesses in the UK from a variety of industries have relied more and more on the abilities of foreign workers over the course of several decades. Particularly, industries like agriculture, technology, hotels, and finance have relied heavily on foreign talent to succeed.

Since Brexit, it has gotten harder for people based outside the UK to lawfully look for work there. Businesses wishing to hire employees under the Skilled Worker pathway and other lawful entry-points to the UK must now have a sponsorship license.

Therefore, it is now necessary for any company that wants to benefit from the skill, zeal, and availability of the global workforce to successfully secure a sponsorship license.

For further information on how to apply for a sponsorship license or Get in touch with a member of the Sky Blue team right away to go over any element of your case in greater depth.

⦁ What Is the Purpose of Using a Solicitor to Apply for a Sponsorship Licence?

It is legally feasible to apply for a sponsorship license without legal counsel, but doing so may increase your chances of success.

Keep in mind that you will have to start over from scratch and pay the full application fee if your initial application is denied.
There are no refunds given by the Home Office for applications that are rejected, and you could have to wait six months before you can reapply.

Sky Blue Team can offer your organization the specialized guidance and assistance it needs to navigate the challenges of submitting an application for a sponsorship license.

Whether or not you are prepared to go We would be happy to speak with you whenever it is convenient, whether you are thinking about submitting an application or not.

⦁ How Can You Obtain a Sponsor License?

The following are the official instructions provided by Gov.UK on how to obtain a sponsor license:

⦁ Verify whether your company qualifies.
⦁ Verify whether your position qualifies for sponsorship.
⦁ Depending on the kind of worker you want to sponsor, decide the license you want to apply for.
⦁ Choose a manager for sponsorship in your company.
⦁ Apply online and submit payment.

It is recommended to carefully evaluate whether you fit the qualifying conditions outlined by the Home Office before submitting an application to become a licensed sponsor. This is done to prevent delays or interruptions during the application process as well as the possibility that your application will be denied (with no reimbursement due).

With the help of Sky Blue Immigration Services, we can establish whether you are qualified to become a licensed sponsor and offer all additional assistance required throughout the application procedure. Call or email us right away for further details or to go over your application for a sponsor license in greater detail.

⦁ What Requirements Must Someone Meet to Obtain a Sponsor License?

According to the Home Office, your company must have a presence in the UK and be legally permitted to conduct business there in order to be qualified to become a licensed sponsor. If your company has many branches, you can submit an application for a single license to cover all of your entities or individual licenses for each branch, depending on your needs.

You must show the Home Office convincing proof that you can offer foreign workers legal employment in a skilled position and industry, and that you will be able to pay them the legal minimum wage at the time.

As a Sponsor Licence holder, the company in question pledges to follow by every obligation and responsibility that come with holding one of these licenses, as defined by the Home Office.

A lone person cannot often become a recognized sponsor, but in the case of some sole proprietors, exceptions may be made.

Depending on the type of business you run, you might also need to provide proof that you’ve registered with the proper regulatory authority and/or have the requisite planning clearance to conduct your firm at the registered address.

Contact a representative of the team at Sky Blue right now for additional information on any of the aforementioned topics or to go through any part of sponsorship licensing in further detail.

⦁ How Can I Get My Employer Sponsored in the UK?

Depending on the sort of business being run and its needs for employees from abroad, the application process for a Sponsor Licence (formerly known as a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence) frequently varies from one organization to another.

At the very least, an application form must be completed online together with at least four supporting documents and a cover letter outlining the company’s history.

After receiving a Sponsor Licence application, the Home Office frequently asks for further supporting information. As part of the application screening process, the Home Office may also perform a compliance visit at the company’s location.

Our aim at Sky Blue is to make the application and receipt of Sponsor Licenses for UK companies as simple as we can. We’re ready to take your call whether this is your first application or you need assistance after having one refused.

⦁ What Paperwork Must I Include with a Sponsor Licence Application?

The sort of business asking for the license and its requirements will define the documentation that must be supplied with a Sponsor Licence application.

The following are some of the most typical types of proof that the Home Office may ask for:

⦁ Recent bank statement for your business
⦁ Proof of employer liability insurance of at least £5 million is required.
⦁ Registration for VAT document
⦁ Proof of employer registration with HMRC, such as a PAYE and Accounts Office Reference Number
⦁ Evidence of ownership, a lease for a commercial space, or a rent agreement
⦁ Recent audited or unaudited financial statements
⦁ If you must register with and/or submit to inspections and monitoring by a regulatory agency in order to conduct business legally in documentation of your registration in the UK.

There are various sorts of sponsorship licenses available, and each has specific requirements for supporting documentation and overall eligibility.

We at Sky Blue can work with you to choose the license type that best fits your company’s needs and run a thorough eligibility check on your organization before you apply.

Contact a member of the team at Sky Blue for a talk if you’d want additional details on any of the aforementioned topics or to start the process of applying for your Sponsor Licence.
How much time does it take a business to obtain a sponsorship license?
The relevant Sponsor Licence must be first obtained by UK enterprises wishing to hire personnel from abroad. It is advisable to start your application as early as possible because it can take several weeks for a Sponsor License application to be processed.

We at Barar & Associates can give you the knowledgeable counsel and advocacy you require to organize and streamline every facet of your application. One application may require a single working day of processing, while another may take up to eight weeks. The importance of choosing the best legal team to help your case increases with how urgent your requirements are.

For more Contact a member of the staff at Barar & Associates right away for further information or to go over sponsor licensing applications in greater detail.

⦁ Why Did You Reject My Request for a Sponsor License?

You will be given a brief explanation as to why your Sponsor License application was denied by the Home Office. The following are the most typical explanations for Sponsor License applications being denied:
The Home Office may reject your application for a variety of reasons. Among the most typical are:

⦁ Failing the Compliance Audit conducted by the Home Office
⦁ Your company lacks the necessary policies and procedures in place to fulfill its sponsorship obligations.
⦁ The company fails the ‘genuineness test’
⦁ Not supplying all necessary proof
⦁ The company has not timely replied to Home Office inquiries.
⦁ No refunds are given by, as with most visa and immigration applications in the event that a Sponsor Licence application is denied, the Home Office.

You will have to start the application procedure over from scratch and pay the whole price once more if your application is refused. Because of this, it’s critical to make sure your application has the best possibility of being accepted the first time.

Your eligibility for the various available Sponsor Licences will be ascertained by the skilled legal team at Sky Blue, who will also guide you through the application procedure.

Contact a member of the team at Sky Blue Immigration Services Limited right away for more information on any of the services we offer or to discuss your needs in greater depth.