UK visa sponsorship for employers

You and your staff will be checked to make sure you’re suitable for these roles. You may not get your licence if anyone involved in sponsorship has: 1. an unspent criminal conviction for an offence listed i… See more

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What is the role of an authorising officer?

These are the: The Authorising Officer is a senior member of staff who takes overall responsibility for sponsorship. The Authorising Officer does not have automatic access to the SMS but is responsible for those who do have access. The role of the Authorising Officer should include monthly checks of the CoS assigned to all foreign workers. ...

What is a sponsor Authorising Officer (AO)?

According to the Home Office guidance, an Authorising Officer (AO) is a key person that an organisation must have when they apply for a sponsor license and when they hold a sponsor license. The AO is responsible for all the sponsor obligations, such as the actions of staff and representatives who use the Sponsor Management System (SMS). ...

What does a sponsor licence authorising officer do?

When applying for a sponsor licence, it is important to understand the role and responsibilities of the Authorising Officer. The Authorising Officer is the most senior person within the organisation responsible for the recruitment of migrant workers and ensuring compliance with sponsor duties. ...

How do I Change my authorised officer?

You must have an Authorising Officer in place throughout the life of your licence. This means that if your appointed officer is leaving the business, you must find a replacement. To change your Authorising Officer, an authorised SMS Level 1 User must navigate the ‘Request changes to licence details’ on the SMS. ...

How do I contact an authorising officer?

For more information about Authorising Officer sponsor licence guidance, general sponsor duties and the importance of adherence to immigration rules and regulations, reach out to us at IAS. Contact us on +44 (0)333 305 9375 or message us online I am happy to receive promotional emails from the IAS. ...

What is the authorised officer system?

This system is the online portal provided by the Home Office for managing sponsorship duties. The Authorising Officer must report any relevant changes in a timely manner, such as changes to job roles, salary, or working hours of sponsored workers. ...