Full Guide for Sponsor licence in UK | Sponsorship licence for Workers

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If you're considering working in the UK on a work visa, you'll need a job offer from a licenced sponsor. This work visa, known as the Skilled Worker Visa, is crucial for foreign nationals seeking employment in the UK. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various aspects of the UK sponsor license, including eligibility requirements, application costs, sponsor license ratings, the application process, required documents, processing times, and more.
00:00 Introduction
Question 1 :What is a Sponsor Licence?
A sponsor license, formerly known as the Tier 2 sponsor licence, allows UK-based companies to employ foreign workers who are based overseas or within the UK, holding various types of visas. Once approved, this license is valid for four years, with an option for renewal.
Link :www.gov.uk/apply-sponsor-licence
Question 2 :Eligibility Requirements for a Sponsor licence
To obtain a sponsor license, certain eligibility requirements must be met:
The company must have a presence in the UK and operate lawfully.
Appropriate planning permissions and local authority consent must be provided.
The Home Office must be satisfied that genuine employment in a skilled occupation will be offered, along with the correct salary rates specified by the Home Office.
Question 3: How Much Does a Sponsor licence Application Cost?
The cost of a sponsor licence application depends on the size and type of the organization. It is payable every time the licence is renewed, which occurs every four years. There are three types of organizations:
Small organizations pay £536.
Medium and large organizations pay £476.
Question 4: Sponsor licence Ratings
There are two sponsor licence ratings: A and B.
An 'A' rating is awarded to organizations that have demonstrated the necessary systems and processes to comply with sponsor duties. It is the highest rating.
A 'B' rating may be assigned if an organization fails to meet the criteria for an 'A' rating. This downgrade can happen if the Home Office finds non-compliance with sponsor duties.
03:26 Question 5:Applying for a Sponsor Licence
To apply for a sponsor licence, an application form must be submitted online, along with required documents.
03:39 Question 6 :List of Required Documents
When applying for a sponsor licence, you will need to submit several mandatory documents, including:
Latest business bank statement
Employee liability insurance of at least £5 million
Certificate of VAT registration
Evidence of registration as an employer with HMRC
Proof of ownership or lease of business premises
Latest audited or unaudited accounts
Evidence of registration or inspection by a regulatory body if required
Question 7: Processing Time for a Sponsor Licence Application
The standard processing time for a sponsor license application is 8 weeks. If a priority service request is accepted, the application can be processed within 10 working days for an additional fee of £500.
Question 8 : Issuing Certificates of Sponsorship (COS)
A Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) is an electronic document generated on the Sponsor Management System (SMS) after a license is granted. To sponsor a migrant worker, the company must request a COS from the Home Office through SMS and then assign it to the intended migrant worker. This generates a unique reference number required for the worker's visa application.
Question 9 :Timeline for COS Approval
The Home Office typically processes COS requests within 48 hours, unless additional information is needed. This timeline is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
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[@syedasim15]

Hi, Thanks for the informative video. Is there any requirement of minimum revenue generated by company applying for sponsor license ?

[@janechemy7798]

Hi, if a company is downgraded from A rating to B rating, can the already sponsored immigrant worker still bring in their dependents?

[@JABBAR.H]

How much time does it take for sponsor license to get approved by home office?

[@peteg3104]

is the fee refundable if unsuccessful?

[@tanvychowdhury9013]

Great video... God bless u. If the restaurant business is in loss for a year. And we need skilled workers to get it in profit then can we apply for a sponsor license? We have a corporate bank account in Tide. It's not a registered bank. Will 12 month statement of TIDE good for application? Or we need a high street bank ? We have submitted signed accounts last year as well. We have a three star hygiene Rating on score on the Door. Are we good ?

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[@tanvychowdhury9013]

My LTD company name and trade name is different. Hygiene rating in scores on the doors is on trade name. In this case what document to submit to prove this is my hygiene rating or where to mention in the application regarding this please? Thanks in advance.

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[@MillionDirhamListings]

Hello..is there any minimum staying duration is this category..Like I have my business in Dubai and want to stay more time in Dubai

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[@mosesnero8737]

I have a software development company, limited company in startup stage, can I apply for a sponsorship license?

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[@jintojoseph2166]

Hi, Can I apply for self sponsorship if I do the sole trade of forex business by using my own money without accepting investments from public?

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[@rozetagoxhaj9332]

To get this license they ask 30 thousand pound, hell no with this amount I will live happily in my home country