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How long does it take to get a sponsorship license UK?
Most applications are dealt with in less than 8 weeks. UKVI may need to visit your business. You may be able to pay an extra £500 to get a decision within 10 working days.
How can I get sponsorship license in UK?
How to get a sponsor licence
- Check your business is eligible.
- Check if your job is suitable for sponsorship.
- Choose the type of licence you want to apply for – this will depend on what type of worker you want to sponsor.
- Decide who will manage sponsorship within your business.
- Apply online and pay the fee.
How much does UK sponsorship cost?
How much it costs
| Period | Small or charitable sponsors | Medium or large sponsors |
|---|---|---|
| First 12 months | £364 | £1,000 |
| Each additional 6 months | £182 | £500 |
Can I apply for sponsor licence?
Apply for a sponsor licence so you can sponsor foreign workers or students to come and work or study in the UK. You’ll also need a sponsor licence to employ EEA and Swiss citizens coming to the UK to work from 1 January 2021.
How do I get my license sponsor number?
6. Where can I find a sponsor licence number? A Sponsor Licence number is a unique reference number or code which is assigned to a Sponsor Licence holding employer. If you are a Worker or Temporary worker, you can check your company’s Sponsor Licence number on your Certificate of Sponsorship.
Where is the UK decision making Centre?
Most applications for work or study visas submitted overseas will be decided at UKVI’s decision making hub in Sheffield.
Can a sole trader apply for a sponsor licence?
Usually, you cannot apply as an individual, but sole traders can be considered if they wish to sponsor someone to work in their business.
What is a sponsor number?
Your sponsor number is the service members Social Security Number (SSN).
What is the requirements for sponsor licence?
Documents required for a sponsor licence application
- Latest audited annual accounts.
- Employer’s liability insurance certificate.
- Certificate of VAT registration.
- Latest corporate bank account statement.
- HMRC registration evidence, such as including PAYE number and accounts office reference number.
How long does it take for application to be transferred from DMC to vac?
Application transferred from DMC to VAC one day after biometrics.
How long does it take for application to be received by vac?
Typically, when applying for a visa from outside the UK, you should receive a decision within three weeks once you have attended an appointment at a VAC.
Can I sue Home Office for delay?
To do this you must write a pre-action letter setting out why you believe the delays are unlawful. The Home Office has 14 days to reply and in some cases this letter may get things moving. If there is no reply or no promise to make a decision within a reasonable time you can bring a case in the courts.