Obtain Your Sponsor Licence Effortlessly
Apply for a UK Sponsor Licence. with Rove Legal, a London-based Legal 500 Leading firm.
Home Office data shows over 39% of all Sponsor licence applications were rejected or withdrawn between July and September 2024—up from 30% in the previous quarter.
So you should get it done right the first time around!
- Stree-Free With Over 99% Success Rate
- Fast, Simple Sponsor Licence Applications
- 100% Compliance with Home Office Standards
- Affordable, From £1500 + VAT
- 30 min Free Initial Consultation
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Secure Your Licence With a Leading Legal 500 Firm
Secure Your Licence With aLeading Legal 500 Firm
Our rigorous eligibility and risk assessment process enables us to identify potential compliance issues and blind spots before submission. We have a successful track record of working with multi-billion pounds firms and HNW individuals, and now we are bringing our 18 years of experience to SMEs and other enterprise clients.
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1. Verify Eligibility
and receive guidance on all suitability criteria stipulated by the Home Office.
2. Application Review
Our senior lawyers will advise your on necessary documentation and assist with the completion of your online application.
3. Submission to HO
We’ll submit your application to the Office Office on your behalf and manage all communications to ensure your licence is approved.
4. Support
We provide support with SMS management and compliance once your application is approved
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility Criteria
- A business that is registered and legally operating in the UK.
- A genuine vacancy that needs filling
- An Authorising Officer, Key Contact, and Level 1 User who is settled in the UK or has EU settled or pre-settled status. They must be an employee or office holder of the company.
- The applicants and key personnel must not have any unspent criminal convictions for immigration offenses or crimes such as fraud or money laundering.
- A robust HR system to monitor sponsored workers’ attendance, absences, and contact details.
Required Documents
Required Documents
- Proof of business premises
- HMRC PAYE confirmation letter
- VAT Certificate
- Employer’s Liability Insurance
- Evidence of a corporate bank account or annual accounts
- Proof of registration with a regulator (if applicable) among others
Sponsor Licence Fees
Sponsor Licence Fees
The Home Office fee to obtain a sponsor licence varies depending on the type of organisation:
- Small or Charitable* Sponsor: £536
- Large Sponsor: £1,476
* Charitable organisations must be registered charities in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, as well as tax-exempt organisations and ecclesiastical corporations with charitable aims.
UKVI Compliance Support
- Conducting Mock HR Audits to get your team ready for UKVI compliance audits.
- Compliance Training to expand your team’s expertise and establish processes and procedures to ensure full compliance
- Preparing all staff involved in the recruitment of migrant workers for questions they may be asked by the Home Office
Ongoing SMS Management
- Providing support with ongoing reporting duties such as change in organisation details, changes to workers duties or salaries
- Unburden HR and appoint us as a Level 1 / Level 2 user to make updates, issue and requests CoS’s
- Advice and supportif you’ve entered into a merger, acquisition or there has been a change in ownership
One-To-One Service
One-To-One Service
We provide a one-to-one service, bypassing the typical bureaucracy found in larger firms. Your case will be managed by an experienced solicitor, not case workers or paralegals.
Conducting an in-depth analysis of your business
Collaborating closely with your team to understand your staffing requirements
Working with various stakeholders within your company
Assessing your HR policies to identify potential risks factors
Managing and overseeing the submission of your application
Providing assistance with your Sponsor Licence responsibilities
What Will We Discuss During the Consultation?
What Will We Discuss During the Consultation?
Procedures, time frames, and associated costs
Criteria for qualifying for the Sponsor Licence application
HR responsibilities and regulatory compliance
WHY Rove LEGAL
Personalised Approach With No Bureaucracy
Personalised Approach With No Bureaucracy
We provide a one-to-one service, bypassing the typical bureaucracy found in larger firms. Your case will be managed by an experienced solicitor, not case workers or paralegals.
From SMEs in hospitality to technology and FCA-regulated firms, our lawyers have a wide range of industry experience and are familiar with each industry’s nuances.
Success rate in all cases handled! This has been achieved through setting ambitious yet attainable immigration goals.
Instead of paralegals & case workers, your case will be overseen by a senior partner.
Our Testimonials
Our Testimonials
This firm can only be described as excellent. Their knowledge of immigration law is second to none. The fast efficient way that they deal with situations is first-class professionalism at its very best. Once you have used Jay and his team you will never use anyone else.
Jay Moghal of Rove Legal is extremely professional and has deep and impressive knowledge of all aspects of immigration law and procedure. He is creative and a great communicator, fierce and energising, encouraging the pursuit of his clients’ cases with impeccable judgement. I would not hesitate to recommend Jay. His knowledge and professionalism shines through in every event.
Jay and his team assisted with switching over from a student BRP to a spousal one. All I had to do was show up to my appointment and take my fingerprints/photos. They handled the rest! What a dream.
Rove Legal were an absolute dream to deal with. Jay Moghal was our appointed lawyer and he was excellent to deal with. He ensured we submitted all of the required documents and when our application was delayed with COVID challenges he chased the UK Government to expedite the issue and ensure a successful outcome. Highly recommend Rove Legal and Jay to anyone who needs immigration to support.
Highly recommended. Jay is a thorough professional, who reviewed the case in depth, looked after all the aspects and his suggestions on what I should submit with the case were spot on. I don’t think my case would have been accepted without his help.
I had a very good experience with Mr Jay Moghal. I faced a couple of problems and appreciate his professionalism and transparency to deal with my issues and solve the problem. I highly recommend him.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I eligible to apply for a Sponsor Licence?
In order to be eligible for a skilled worker sponsor licence, an organisation must have a physical presence in the UK and conduct its operations lawfully. The UKVI assesses the recruitment and HR systems to ensure effective monitoring of migrant workers and compliance with sponsor obligations. Leveraging our experience, we provide a complimentary assessment to identify any additional factors that could affect the application.
What are the requirements for getting a Sponsor Licence?
To apply, the organisation is required to submit an online application along with supporting information and documents. Typically, a minimum of four documents are necessary, which may include proof of business premises, evidence of a corporate bank account, VAT Certificate, HMRC PAYE confirmation letter, Employer’s Liability Insurance, and proof of registration with the Regulator, among others.
What are the fees associated with acquiring a Sponsor Licence application through your services?
Prices for Sponsor licensing enquiries vary significantly, and quotes will be provided on an hourly or fixed fee basis once we have established the requirements of your case.
What is the typical processing time for obtaining a Sponsor Licence?
Around 80% of applications are processed within 8 weeks. However, please note that UKVI may conduct a compliance inspection at your business, which could potentially cause additional delays. UKVI now offers a new priority service for a fee of £500, promising a decision within 10 working days. It is important to note that this service is limited to 10 applications per day, making it quite challenging to secure.
In the event of an unsuccessful Sponsor Licence application, what options are available for recourse?
Upon the refusal of the skilled worker sponsor licence application, the organisation will receive written explanations for the decision. If there are no factors triggering a cooling off period, the organisation can immediately submit a new application. The length of the cooling off period, either 6 or 12 months, depends on the specific reasons behind the UKVI’s refusal. While we may provide assistance in cases where errors were made by the case worker, a complete reconsideration is not possible. However, organisations have the option to challenge the decision through a Judicial Review.
How much is the Home Office fee for Sponsor Licence applications?
The sponsorship licence cost is determined by the size of the organisation and the type of licence required. As of August 2021, the Home Office fees for a skilled worker sponsor licence application are £536 for small or charitable businesses, and £1476 for medium or large businesses. To qualify as a small business, the organisation should have an annual turnover of £10.2 million or less and employ 50 individuals or fewer.
Am I allowed to recruit foreign workers from both outside and within the UK?
Irrespective of their location, organisations have the opportunity to hire foreign workers, whether they are seeking entry to the UK from abroad or are already present and eligible for sponsorship within the country. To determine the optimal route and strategy for licence application and skilled work visa application on behalf of employees, our corporate immigration team is ready to provide assistance and guidance.
