Business Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence

With Brexit, the UK has officially left the European Union, bringing about significant changes in immigration rules. As of 1st January 2021, all foreign nationals, including those from the EU, must be sponsored by an employer to work in the UK. To hire foreign workers, businesses must obtain a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence from the UK Home Office.

Businesses across industries like IT, Engineering, and Healthcare, or any sector that requires skilled workers, need a Sponsor Licence to hire foreign workers. Obtaining a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence enables your business to:

• Hire and retain skilled foreign workers for a longer duration, providing stability and ensuring the right skills for business growth.
• Legally issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to foreign employees, legitimizing their employment in the UK.
• Avoid penalties by complying with the UK Home Office regulations for hiring foreign nationals.

This licence is critical for companies that depend on international talent to thrive in a competitive marketplace.

To be eligible for a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence, your business must:

• Have a physical presence and operate legally in the UK (start-ups and established businesses are both eligible).
• Ensure that foreign workers are paid fairly, as specified by the Home Office guidelines.

If your business has multiple branches, you can choose between obtaining a single licence for all branches or separate licences for each one. The UK Home Office will review your business to confirm its legitimacy and assess your HR processes to ensure compliance with the sponsor licence requirements.

Applying for a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence involves several steps:

1. Submit an online application: You’ll need to include a cover letter outlining your business background and provide at least four supporting documents showing your operations in the UK.
2. Agree to the responsibilities of a sponsor: When submitting the application, you are committing to upholding the duties of a Sponsor Licence holder.
3. Prepare for a potential HR audit: The Home Office may ask for details about your HR processes to ensure they meet the standards required for compliance.

At Takeoff Immigration and Visa, we help businesses streamline the Sponsor Licence application process. Here’s the step-by-step process we follow:

• Step 1: Assess the organisation’s eligibility for a Sponsor Licence.
• Step 2: Evaluate the suitability and eligibility of the business.
• Step 3: Set up compliance systems for the Sponsor Licence.
• Step 4: Submit the Sponsor Licence application.
• Step 5: Prepare for the pre-licence compliance visit from the Home Office.

With our help, you can avoid unnecessary delays and reduce the risk of a compliance audit from the Home Office.

• It is essential for businesses that intend to hire foreign workers, both from outside and within the UK.
• Having a Sponsor Licence will allow you to meet your staffing needs and grow your business with skilled international talent.

At Takeoff Immigration and Visa, we have over a decade of experience providing immigration services to businesses across various industries. Our competitive fee of £900 includes:

• Full assistance in applying for a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence.
• Help with setting up the Sponsor Licence compliance system.
• Guidance on preparing for the Home Office’s pre-licence compliance visit.
• Assistance with applying for Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS).

Our goal is to make the application process smooth and efficient, helping you obtain the Sponsor Licence without unnecessary back-and-forth with the Home Office. We ensure that every step of the process is handled professionally, so you can focus on running your business.

If you need assistance with your Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence application, contact Takeoff Immigration and Visa today. We are here to help you secure the talent your business needs to thrive in the UK market.

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