How to apply for a sponsor licence

Authors: Guy Abbiss and Emma Clark, Abbiss Cadres LLP

Updating author: Huw Cooke, Burges Salmon

Summary

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• Be aware that you must have a sponsor licence to employ a foreign national under the skilled worker or global business mobility route of the points-based system.
• Factor in the processing time when deciding the timing of your application for a sponsor licence.
• Ensure that systems are in place for ensuring compliance with immigration requirements.
• Collect supporting documentation to demonstrate eligibility for a sponsor licence.
• Nominate suitable people to carry out designated roles.
• Complete the online application for a sponsor licence.
• Be prepared for a pre-licencing Home Office visit.