Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence

A Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence is a requirement for any business or organisation looking to employ someone from outside the UK, including those based in the European Economic Area or Swiss citizens.

Any organisation or educational institution can apply for a Sponsorship Licence, provided they meet the relevant requirements. The organisation can be an independent business, franchise, or a newly acquired business.

However, each organisation will have a different set of requirements that must be met before a Sponsorship License can be gained.

We strongly recommend that any organisation seeks legal advice before making an application as you will not be allowed to submit a new application for six months should it be refused.

What are the benefits a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence?

The main benefit of the sponsorship licence is that it allows a UK company to source talent from abroad in situations where there is not enough local talent to fill staff vacancies. With a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence, you will have the ability to recruit employees from across Europe and the rest of the world.

The licence helps keep businesses and organisations up to date with ongoing compliance obligations as the Home Office expert you to have robust systems in place to ensure that the migrant skilled workers you hire do not breach immigration laws.

If your company has a headquarters or branch which is based outside of the UK the licence allows non-UK national employes to transfer to a UK branch, as well as being able to bring an employee to the UK on a temporary basis.

What does your company need to do to be eligible?

In order to qualify for a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence, your company must be able to demonstrate that:

The company is genuine and operates lawfully
There is a genuine vacancy for which the licence is required
The company has key personnel in place to carry out its obligations as a sponsor
The company has no adverse immigration compliance history

What is the process to obtain a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence?

In order to apply for a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence, you need to:

Provide a breakdown of your company structure
Complete an online application form
Submit your supporting evidence
Be prepared for a compliance visit from the Home Office

How else can we help with your Sponsor Licence?

Should the Home Office grant your Application for a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence or if you already hold a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence, our team of specialists can provide the following services to you in order to help you comply with your duties as a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence holder:

Apply for Certificate of Sponsorships
Visa Applications and Visa Extensions for your future and/or current staff members
Support you with your ongoing duties as a Tier 2 Sponsorship Licence
Support and advise you with the Sponsor Management System (SMS)
Apply to increase the number of non-UK nationals you can employ
Advise you with respect to other areas of UK Immigration law

Contact Us

It is vital that you seek expert advice before any applications are made, as you may be prevented from applying for six months should your application be rejected.

You can rely on Knightsbridge Solicitors to support you with your immigration issues. Our experienced immigration team are ready to help you with your immigration issues..