Sponsor Licence Visa Application Lawyers for Businesses

There are several requirements you need to meet when applying for a sponsor licence. These can vary depending on which route your organisation wishes to apply under however the key requirements include:

1. Your organisation must be genuine and lawfully operating in the UK
2. The role(s) you are sponsoring must be for a genuine vacancy that meet the visa route’s specific criteria

Failure to meet these requirements can result in your application being refused, with a potential 12-month waiting period before you can reapply.

Supporting documents required are set out in Appendix A of the sponsor guidance which specifies both the number and type of documents that must be provided. The required documents vary depending on the organisation size, its structure and sector of operation.

Some documents will be mandatory for applicants in specific routes or sectors of operation and must be provided with the application. In addition, an organisation will have a selection of other documents that can be provided, depending on their circumstances, to make up the required documents number.

While most applicants must submit at least four specified documents in support of the application, the exact requirement will depend on an organisations’ profile and the visa route they are applying for. It is therefore important to fully review the Appendix A for the required documents before applying and ensure all the necessary documents are provided with the application. 

Failing to submit the correct number or combination of documents in the correct format may lead to a refusal of the application.

We’ve over 20 years of experience in the field of UK Immigration law. In this time, we’ve developed an understanding of where businesses fall short when applying for their Sponsor Licence.

The most common issue is giving documentation. We’ve acted for many organisations who were eligible for a Sponsor Licence. However, they either didn’t give specified documents and/or gave the wrong documents to support their application. This can delay to your application, as you need to give the Home Office more time to get the right information.

Not giving the correct documentation could even mean your application’s refused. Our expert UK immigration lawyers can help you with any Sponsor Licence application. We’ll make sure you’re eligible and are have the right documents to avoid delay or rejection.

It’s important you can trust the people who you put in charge of your Sponsor Licence application. Here’s why you can trust us to handle this responsibility for you:

• In-depth specialisation - We’re a team of immigration experts who stay up to date with the most current laws and regulations in the UK. This ensures your application is managed efficiently and complies with existing rules.
• Bespoke services - We offer advice that’s tailored to the unique needs of your organisation and industry. This level of customisation increases your chances of being accepted for a Sponsor Licence.
• Precision and timeliness - In the world of immigration, both efficiency and accuracy are essential. We’ve a proven track record in streamlining the application process while minimising errors. This reduces the chances of delays or refusals.
• Commitment to your objectives - We understand the value of your time and resources. We're devoted to helping you navigate the complex landscape of UK immigration laws. This gives you the freedom to focus on your core business needs, safe in the knowledge you're compliant with the law.

 It normally takes about eight weeks to process a Sponsor Licence application. However, there are issues to consider: 

• Standard Processing Time: Typically, it takes approximately eight weeks for the Home Office to process a Sponsor Licence application.
• Compliance Visit: During this eight-week window, the Home Office may carry out a compliance visit at your business premises. This is to see if you’re adhering to your sponsorship duties.
• Priority Service: If you want a faster turnaround, a priority service is available by paying an extra fee to the Home Office. The Home Office then aims to speed up the process and give a decision within 10 working days.

We have set out some typical fee estimates on our pricing page for some of the most common types of applications.

These fees are calculated by reference to our hourly rates which vary depending on the experience of the lawyer carrying out the work.