Global Talent Visa Expanded: Key Changes for International Talent
How the New Extended Liability Rules Could Affect Contractors and Subcontractors The UK has expanded the Global Talent visa to more than 100 research-intensive businesses, opening up new opportunities for talented researchers and scientists looking to build their careers in the UK. The expansion means that eligible researchers and highly skilled professionals can now be […]
How to Apply for a UKVI Skilled Worker Visa
UK Skilled Worker Visa Requirements, Costs and Application Process The UK Skilled Worker visa is the primary immigration route for non-UK nationals to live and work in the United Kingdom. It operates on a points based system where applicants must score a minimum of 70 points to qualify. The UK Government designed the Skilled Worker […]
Illegal Working Civil Penalty Changes 2026
What UKVI Sponsor Licence Holders and UK Businesses Need to Know The UK illegal working civil penalty regime is changing. From 1 October 2026, the Right to Work Scheme and associated civil penalty framework are expected to apply more widely. The changes will affect businesses that contract workers or individual subcontractors to provide services, including […]
Sponsor Licences and Changes in Company Ownership
Sponsor licence compliance does not stop once the licence is granted Many UK businesses now rely on a sponsor licence to employ Skilled Workers and other sponsored employees. For some employers, the sponsor licence has become a core operational asset, particularly in sectors where recruitment is difficult and overseas workers are essential to workforce planning. However, […]
Is It Still Worth Applying for a Sponsor Licence in 2026?
Costs, Benefits and Risks for UK Employers For many UK employers, the question is no longer simply: “Can we recruit from overseas? The better question is: can we afford not to consider it? The Skilled Worker sponsorship route has changed significantly in recent years. Salary thresholds have increased, the rules have become more complex, compliance expectations […]
GLAA, the Fair Work Agency and UKVI Sponsor Licences
The compliance risk many employers miss Many UK employers are becoming increasingly familiar with Skilled Worker sponsorship, sponsor duties and UKVI compliance. But there is another layer of compliance that can easily be overlooked, particularly in agriculture, horticulture, food production, food packing and shellfish-related work, and this is gangmaster licensing. This is often still referred […]
Changes to the Sponsor Guidance on Right to Work Checks 2026
What employers need to know now UK Right to Work check requirements have recently been expanded within the updated sponsor guidance, issued by the Home Office. These changes are important for all UK employers, given that they are likely to be implemented across all UK employers and organisations later this year. Currently, these changes are […]
Can UK Care Providers Still Sponsor Care Workers in 2026?
What the 2025 Immigration Changes Mean for UK Care Providers UK care providers have experienced significant disruptions since the government ended overseas recruitment for care workers last year. Recent Home Office data shows a sharp fall in Health and Care Worker visa applications following these changes, with main applications down 54% year-on-year and a staggering […]
The New ‘Part Suitability’ in UK Immigration Rules
Part Suitability replaces “Part 9 – General Grounds for Refusal” From 11 November 2025, the UK Immigration Rules introduced a major update. Part Suitability now replaces the old “Part 9 – General Grounds for Refusal”. This reform aims to create greater consistency in how the Home Office evaluates character, conduct and public interest factors across […]
Applying for an International Sportsperson Visa
Step-by-Step Guide to the UK International Sportsperson Visa If you are a sportsperson, athlete or coach aiming to live and work in the UK, the International Sportsperson visa is your primary route. This specialist temporary visa is designed to attract top-level athletes and coaches to the UK and allows sports professionals with international recognition to […]