To qualify for a Sponsor Licence, from the Home Office the following criteria have been established;
Essential Needs;
Operating within the United Kingdom.
Your company needs to be registered and conduct business within the United Kingdom.
Important Figures;
Assign an Authorizing Officer and a Key Contact with a Level 1 User based in the UK
(Holds settled or pre-settled status, in the EU). This individual should be an employee or official of the organization.
No record of convictions.
You and your essential team members should not possess any criminal records related to immigration violations or offences such, as fraud or money laundering.
Before what was your license status?
It would help if you hadn’t had your sponsor license taken away in the year.
Security surveillance equipment;
Ensure that you have an HR system set up to track the attendance records of sponsored employees as well, as their leave days and contact information.
Essential paperwork
When seeking a UK Sponsor Licence application approval is contingent upon the submission of at least 4 essential documents; however, the list is not exhaustive and may include additional requirements.
A business bank account is necessary especially if you are starting a venture.
Tax certificate
Registering with HMRC for PAY as you earn (PAY E) and National Insurance.
Proof of ownership of business premises. A document showing employers’ liability insurance coverage
If you’re looking to apply, for a business mobility or Seasonal worker Sponsor Licence there are required documents depending on the specific type of Licence you’re seeking.
Am I qualified to obtain a sponsor license?
On April 1st 2024 the salary requirement for applicants has been raised to £38K annually in the UK Labour market for skilled workers visa holders entering the country with transitional arrangements allowing them exemption from this adjustment provided by the Home Office guidelines to employers intending to sponsor overseas or migrant workers, within the UK jurisdiction.
The Home Office will assess your application and might inspect your business to confirm compliance.
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Sponsorship License. Expense Estimator
To support an employee legally in the UK as a business owner or employer requires obtaining a sponsor license, from the Home Office first. The cost of acquiring a worker sponsor license may differ based on the nature and size of the organization. Here is a general summary of that process;
Small. Contribution from a generous supporter amounts to £536.
The main sponsor contributed an amount of £1476.
An organization is considered a sponsor if it meets, at least two of the criteria listed below;
Annual revenue of, than £10,200,00
Charitable sponsors consist of organizations that are registered as charities, in England, Wales Scotland, and Northern Ireland. Also, include tax-exempt organizations and ecclesiastical corporations with charitable purposes.
Certificate issuance fee, for sponsorship.
The sponsor needs a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to support a worker’s sponsorship application The process, for obtaining a CoS is free; however, there is a refundable fee of £239 when assigning the CoS to the designated worker.
