Sponsor Licence Applications for UK Employers

To recruit foreign workers from overseas or sponsor international graduates in the UK, an organisation must hold a valid Worker Sponsor Licence issued by the Home Office. The application process requires rigorous documentary proof of genuine trading and robust HR recordkeeping.

Eligibility Checklist

• Genuine UK Organisation: Operating and trading lawfully in the UK.
• No Unspent Convictions: Key personnel must have no unspent criminal convictions for immigration offences or certain financial crimes.
• Robust HR Systems: Ability to monitor employee attendance, verify Right to Work digitally, and report changes within 10 working days.
• Genuine Vacancies: Offering roles that meet the minimum skill level (RQF Level 3+) and salary thresholds under the Immigration Rules.

Mandatory Appendix A Supporting Documents

Most organisations must submit at least 4 documents from Appendix A, including:

• Corporate bank statement from an FCA-regulated UK bank.
• Employer's liability insurance certificate covering at least £5 million.
• Proof of registration with HMRC as an employer (PAYE reference and Accounts Office reference).
• VAT registration certificate (if registered) or proof of corporate tax registration (CT41G).
• Lease or commercial property deeds for business premises.