Apply for Sponsor Licence

Begin Your Compliant Process of Sponsor Licence with Us

Connect with Our Immigration Lawyer

Apply with Our Seamless Sponsor Licence Procedure

Applying for a Sponsor Licence can be a complicated process, with strict Home Office criteria and complex compliance laws. But when you choose Westend Consultants, you choose our skilled and expert immigration lawyers that have the expertise to help you with a straightforward sponsor licence application process.

We handle the complexities of your application process with our qualified experience in sponsor licence applications. We ensure your application is complete, accurate, and meets all standards.

Schedule a Call

Our Secured Process of Applying for Sponsor Licence

1

Evaluate and Set up Your
Business

We review your eligibility and ensure all Home Office criteria are met, including the appointment of key personnel to manage the licence from application to certification.

2

Document Arrangement and Preparation

We help in arranging the necessary documents such as financial records, HR documents, and accreditations and check they meet Home Office regulations.

3

Completion of the Online Application Form

We assist you in creating your account on UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) and completing your application on the Sponsorship Management System (SMS).

4

Fee Payment of Application

We ensure the required fee is paid based on your business size—£536 for small businesses, and £1,476 for medium and large businesses.

5

Submission of the Sponsor Licence Application

Once the application is ready, we direct you to submit it, and a submission sheet is saved for your records.

6

Submission of Supporting Documents

We ensure all supporting documents are submitted within five days through tracked delivery.

7

Monitoring for Home Office Review

We keep an eye on the review process by the Home Office. It usually takes up to 8 weeks and responds to any additional requests.

8

Preparation for Compliance Visit
(if required)

We help you prepare for possible compliance visits from the Home Office. We ensure your HR systems and premises are ready for inspection by UKVI.

9

Receiving Your Sponsor Licence Decision

Once the review is complete, we notify you of the decision taken by the Home Office. A successful application enrols your business on the Register of Licenced Sponsors.

How West End Consultants Can Help?

A UK based, West End Consultants is an OISC regulated immigration consultancy firm with more than 15 years of experience in supporting businesses and individuals through UK visa processes. Our experts help you with comprehensive guidance to obtain your global business mobility visa UK and ensure you successfully apply for it.
From the beginning to the end, you get all the assistance required for your global business mobility visa.

1000+

Companies and their employees we assisted

5000+

Clients
Assisted

5/5

Client
Satisfaction

5/5

Google
Ratings

500+

Positive Google
Reviews

What Our Clients Say

Latest Blogs

This is the title

FAQ

1How to apply if my business is a small or charitable sponsor?

You are a small sponsor if your business’s annual turnover is £10.2 million or less, your business assets are under £5.1 million, or your business has 50 employees or fewer.

You are a charitable sponsor if you are a registered charity in the UK or an exempt charity. For clarification, contact the Business Helpdesk at businesshelpdesk@homeoffice.gov.uk

2When will I get a decision on my Sponsor Licence application?
Most sponsor licence applications are processed within 8 weeks. However, UKVI may need to visit your business as part of the review process, which could affect the timeline.
3How to get a faster decision on my Sponsor Licence application?
You can pay an additional £500 for a faster decision, which is generally made within 10 working days. This service is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll be informed on how to request this service after submitting your sponsor licence application.
4How to send supporting documents for the Sponsor Licence application?
Scan or take pictures of your documents and email them to the address on the submission sheet. Files should be in PDF, JPEG, or PNG format, with descriptive titles (max 25 characters) and clear readability.
5What to do if my application is refused by mistake?
If your application is refused because of a mistake, such as an error by the caseworker or if your supporting documents were not considered, you can request a review. However, you cannot apply for a review simply because you disagree with the decision