Publication date: 18.02.2025
My name is Gulder Aitbayeva, and I am an immigration lawyer in the United Kingdom with over 8 years of experience in immigration law. I moved to the UK 10 years ago as a student and stayed to work after completing my studies. I have experience providing immigration services for both individuals and businesses. My company offers a full range of services: from business visas to tourist, student, volunteer visas, as well as assistance in obtaining humanitarian protection for Ukrainian citizens. I also work with businesses, helping them obtain Sponsorship Licenses, Innovator Founder visas, Expansion Worker visas, and other employee visas. My company is officially licensed, allowing us to provide clients with comprehensive services, including accounting and tax issues in the UK. Personal slogan: Best Solutions of Immigration!
Sponsorship License in 4 Weeks. UK Skilled Worker Route
In this article, I want to share an example of successfully obtaining a sponsorship license for hiring a foreign worker under the UK Skilled Worker Route. This route allows UK employers to hire foreign nationals for specific job positions if the candidate meets the qualifications and professional requirements. With this license, companies can attract talented professionals who are not available in the local labor market.
A young entrepreneur named Gulziya, the owner of a company in London specializing in accounting and financial services, approached us for assistance in obtaining a sponsorship license to hire a skilled worker from abroad. Her company offers a wide range of services, including:
- Company registration
- Accounting services
- Preparation of annual reports
- VAT registration, calculation, and refunds
- Payroll and PAYE management
- Preparation of appeal letters and penalty cancellations
As Gulziya wanted to expand her team, she decided to hire a specialist from Uzbekistan who had experience in this field. The candidate, who graduated from Brunel University London, had already worked in the company on a Tier 4 student visa, but his work permit was limited to only 20 hours per week. A sponsorship license was required for full-time employment.
The application process for a sponsorship license turned out to be quite simple but required meeting a number of requirements both from the employer and the employee. A key condition was ensuring that the company complied with all regulations, including salary, taxes, and working conditions.
A sponsorship license can be issued for one or more employees for up to 4 years, with the possibility of renewal. License renewal depends on the needs of the company and changes in the labor market.
Process Details
- Application submission date: 03/01/2024
- License issuance date: 29/03/2024
- License assessment: A-rated sponsorship license
After thorough verification and gathering all the necessary documents, Gulziya’s company received an A-rated sponsorship license, confirming a high level of compliance with the UK Home Office’s requirements. Some of the key requirements met by the company include:
- Operating since 2021 with all necessary certifications in accounting and finance
- Employer’s liability insurance
- Registered for VAT in the UK
- Good reputation and timely filing of reports
Since the license was obtained on time, the company was able to offer the job to its employee, who successfully transitioned to the Skilled Worker visa.
Questions and Answers
Question
What documents are required to obtain a sponsorship license?
Answer
To obtain the license, you need to submit the company’s registration documents, proof of insurance, and other documents confirming compliance, such as information about the company’s financial standing and employee numbers.
Question
What is the validity period of the sponsorship license?
Answer
The license can be issued for up to 4 years, after which it needs to be renewed.
Question
How to renew a sponsorship license?
Answer
To renew the license, you need to submit a new application confirming that the company still meets all requirements and that there is still a need for employees.
Advantages of Cooperation
- Expertise: We provide comprehensive assistance at all stages of the sponsorship license application process.
- Legal protection: Our consultations ensure compliance with all UK legal requirements.
- Time savings: Our experience allows us to resolve issues quickly and efficiently during the application process.
Legal support: We provide legal assistance at every stage of the process.
Consultations: Individual approach to each client.
Official registration: We assist with registration and document submission.
Obtaining a sponsorship license to hire a foreign worker under the Skilled Worker program is an important step for business development in the UK. We provide professional support to make this process simple and painless for your company. Contact us for assistance and consultations!
