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Across UK industries, there are ever-growing vacancies for skilled workers. Hiring talent from overseas provides a viable option for UK-based companies to widen their hiring potential. To employ international workers in the UK, a company must hold a sponsor licence. This allows a company to issue Certificates of Sponsorship to migrant workers so that they […]

Eligibility Criteria for Sponsor Licences? To obtain the sponsor licence, businesses must meet the following criteria. • Be UK-based. • Not jeopardise immigration control. • Be authentic, operating and trading legally in the UK. • Have reliable and honest key personnel. • Have a standard HR system that encourages them to execute their licensed sponsor […]

The transition to online immigration status will have a significant impact on international recruitment and the process of conducting right-to-work checks. By 2024, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) will be phasing out physical immigration documents in favour of digital immigration status, known as eVisas. The digital immigration system being developed by UKVI will replace physical […]

The Business Visit Visa is intended for people who want to visit the UK for business purposes on a short-term basis. Before travelling to the UK for business activities as a visitor, it is advisable to confirm which activities are allowed and which are not. What Are the Requirements for a Business Visitor Visa? To […]

Even though the investor visa option is no longer available, we are actively assisting individuals in relocating to the UK through various alternative visa routes. These include the Innovator Founder route, the UK Expansion Worker route, and the Global Talent route. Each of these pathways allows applicants to work in the UK and bring their […]

Opportunities for additional paid work are available to you on a Health and Care Worker visa, if you continue to fulfil the responsibilities of your sponsored role. Voluntary work is also an option if you wish to contribute. Upon completion of your GP training, you are eligible for up to 4 months of additional paid […]

The Home Secretary revealed major changes to the immigration system for Skilled Workers (SW) on the 4th of December 2023. Following this, the government assigned the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to promptly assess the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). After a thorough review, the MAC has made recommendations for the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) to […]

Since January 31, 2024, the Immigration Rules for visitors have been relaxed to allow a broader range of activities for business visitors, including intra-corporate activities, remote working, legal services, and research. The Permitted Paid Engagement visitor route has been extended and merged into the standard visitor route, enabling visitors to stay for up to six […]

At UK Visas we understand that the global market brings incredible opportunities. That's why we are here to assist you in navigating the process of employing a worker from outside the UK. With our expertise in international hiring, we can guide you through the necessary steps and provide you with the resources and support you […]

To determine the exact amount, you will need to pay for your visa, you must first know its length. Keep in mind that a visa may be longer than your period of study or employment.   For a one-year visa, the cost is £776 for students, their dependants, and those on a Youth Mobility Scheme […]