How To Be Prepared For A Sponsor Compliance Visit

As UKVI enforcement actions rise, it is crucial for licensed sponsors to stay compliant with their duties, especially in preparation for a compliance visit. Irfan Ali, our Partner and business immigration expert, provides his key insights.

A sponsor licence allows organisations to sponsor workers from inside and outside the UK, who are subject to immigration control. In order to obtain a sponsor licence, organisations must submit an application online to UKVI. As well as submitting an online application, supporting documents must be provided to show that the company is genuine and trading in the UK. Further information on Skilled Worker sponsor licences can be found here.

Holding a sponsor licence comes with significant responsibilities. UKVI requires licenced sponsors to fulfil certain duties throughout the duration of their licence. When these requirements are not met, businesses risk having their sponsor licence downgraded, suspended or revoked, which can have