Empowering Your Business to Hire Global Talent

Need to hire employees from outside the UK? Your business may need a sponsor license to comply with immigration laws. Northman & Sterling is here to simplify the process for you.

Businesses must hold a UK Sponsor Licence to employ skilled workers from outside the UK. This licence gives your organisation the authority to issue Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS), essential for migrant workers applying for a work visa.

Navigating the Home Office’s sponsor license application process can be complex, requiring compliance with stringent criteria and demonstrating your company’s ability to meet sponsorship responsibilities. Our expert team is here to simplify the process, ensuring your business is equipped to recruit top talent globally.

If your company aims to hire skilled workers from outside the UK, a Sponsorship Licence is essential. It allows you to sponsor and bring international talent to the UK in compliance with immigration rules.

Key Benefits

Simplified process for recruiting global talent

Compliance with UK immigration laws

Access to a wider talent pool to fill skill shortages

Any UK-based employer seeking to hire foreign workers under certain visa categories, such as the Skilled Worker Visa, must hold a valid sponsorship licence. Eligibility includes demonstrating your business’s legitimacy and ability to fulfil sponsor duties.

If your company aims to hire skilled workers from outside the UK, a Sponsorship Licence is essential. It allows you to sponsor and bring international talent to the UK in compliance with immigration rules.

Once you obtain a sponsorship licence, maintaining compliance with UKVI regulations is essential to retain your licence. This includes keeping accurate records, reporting changes, and ensuring sponsored employees meet visa conditions.

1. End-to-End Application Assistance

We handle everything from preparing your application, submitting it to the Home Office, and ensuring your organization is fully prepared for the compliance obligations.

2. Compliance Management

Once your license is approved, we continue to assist with ongoing compliance management, ensuring you remain eligible and fully compliant with Home Office regulations.

3. License Renewal & Reporting

We offer guidance and services to renew your sponsor license on time and manage your reporting duties, so your focus can remain on business operations.

4. Appeals & Legal Support

If your application faces challenges or is rejected, we provide expert advice and legal support to rectify issues and resubmit your application successfully.

FAQs About UK Sponsorship Licences

Q: How long does it take to get a sponsorship licence?

A: The process typically takes 8 to 12 weeks, depending on the complexity of your application.

A: Yes, a single sponsorship licence allows you to sponsor multiple employees.

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