News
June 2008
IMMIGRATION UPDATE - APRIL 2008
EMPLOYERS APPLICATION PROCESS FOR LICENCE AS A SPONSOR GETS UNDERWAY AS PART OF PROPOSED REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING WORK PERMIT SCHEME
The application process for companies wishing to apply for a licence as a Sponsor under Tier 2 of the New Points Based System which will replace the existing work permit system has now started.
The significance of this application process should not be underestimated. As from later this year, possibly 1st October, any company wishing to take on an individual on a work permit or apply for an extension for an individual to their existing work permit, must be licensed as a Sponsor.
The application process involves an online application and then the submission of specified documentation within 10 working days of the application date.
Most applicants will then receive a visit from an officer of the Border and Immigration Agency as part of the evaluation procedure.
Companies will need to ensure that they are fully aware of all the criteria of the application for the licence and the ongoing obligations as a sponsor as well as having in place the appropriate HR systems to be in a position to administer the new scheme.
For further information and assistance please contact
Mark Barnett
Head of Immigration
