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Business Immigration

Stricter immigration laws make it more difficult for UK companies to hire foreigners to reside and work in the country.  Our attorneys can assist your company in adhering to intricate immigration regulations.  We also assist immigrants who want to start a business or invest in the UK.  Following the regulations is essential to avoiding fines or legal action during any stressful immigration process.  We collaborate with you to identify your needs and implement a customised plan that safeguards both your company and its workers.

What business immigration issues could I face?

Companies that use migrant labour must ensure that they possess the appropriate sponsorship licence.  It takes time and money to apply for and keep these licenses.  Whether you’re an individual wishing to enter the UK on a work-based visa or an organisation trying to determine what kind of sponsor license you should apply for, we’re here to help.

Businesses can face issues if they don’t follow the correct process, including:

  • Applying for the wrong sponsorship license and certificates of sponsorship, which can lead to delays, application rejections, and potential legal consequences.
  • Having a sponsor licence refused, suspended, or revoked due to failure to meet compliance requirements or provide adequate documentation.
  • Failing to comply with the prevention of illegal working regulations, resulting in fines, damage of reputation, and restrictions on future applications.

We’ve worked with many businesses and employees with complex immigration issues. Our lawyers have a detailed knowledge of immigration law and a long-standing relationship with the Home Office. We’ll give you practical advice to help make your immigration experience less time-consuming and stressful.

How can Ammal Solicitors help with complex immigration law?

Due to the complexity of business immigration rules, no two problems are same. Our immigration team offers a bespoke service that doesn’t just help with a one-off application. We collaborate closely with you to provide customised guidance to make sure you have the right policies in place to adhere to rules.

The old tier system has been replaced by the UK government:

  • Tier 1 was for “exceptional people who can contribute significantly to the UK, as well as investors and entrepreneurs.” It has been effectively replaced by Business and Innovator Visas, designed for those looking to set up or invest in a UK-based business.
  • Tier 2 was for “the Skilled Worker system,” which has now become Skilled Workers or Global Business Mobility Visas, catering to professionals with job offers in the UK.
  • Tier 5 was for temporary workers in the UK for no longer than 12 months, allowing short-term employment opportunities under specific categories.

Before applying for a business visa, you first need to decide which route you wish to choose for yourself or your business.

There are two main worker sponsorship routes:

  • Skilled Worker: This visa is designed for individuals with a job offer from a UK employer who is a licensed sponsor, covering various professional fields such as healthcare, IT, engineering, and education.
  • Global Business Mobility: Senior or Specialist Worker – This route allows multinational companies to transfer senior executives or specialists to their UK branch without requiring a full work visa application.

Without sponsorship, it is also possible to be granted a business visitor visa for up to 6 months, which is suitable for attending business meetings, conferences, or training sessions.

Our expert team of immigration solicitors can advise you on which visa is the right one for your business. We can also make sure you’re complying with the legal requirements.

We can help you:

  • Make sure you comply with immigration law by auditing your business processes, identifying potential compliance risks, and providing corrective measures.
  • Fix any problems we find from our audit and help you avoid them in the future through training, updated policies, and internal compliance measures.
  • Apply for sponsorship licenses or certificates of sponsorship by preparing documentation, ensuring accuracy, and liaising with the Home Office.
  • Deal with sponsorship licenses that are refused, suspended, or revoked by challenging decisions, submitting appeals, or assisting in reapplication.
  • Train HR teams on how to manage and stay compliant with sponsorship licenses and employee visas by providing workshops and ongoing support.
  • Create policies for sponsors, entrepreneurs, and investors that align with legal requirements and ensure smooth business operations.
  • Keep up-to-date on any changes to immigration law and how to implement them in your business by offering regular updates and consultations.

Any size project or budget can be accommodated by our various pricing options. You can choose from capped fees, bank of hours, or a retainer service. Contact our immigration solicitors today to discuss your situation.

SPONSOR LICENSE APPLICATIONS TO SPONSOR A MIGRANT EMPLOYEE TO WORK IN THE UK

We specialise in sponsor license applications, assisting employers in obtaining sponsor licenses to employ migrant workers. Various types of Work & Business visa options are available to migrate to the UK. Details of these options can be found at https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Popular work visas:

  • Health and Care Worker visa: For healthcare professionals looking to work in the UK’s medical and social care sector.
  • Skilled Worker visa: For professionals with job offers in eligible skilled occupations, such as IT specialists, engineers, and educators.

Visas you can apply for without a job offer:

  • British National (Overseas) visa: For eligible individuals from Hong Kong with British National (Overseas) status.
  • Graduate visa: For international students who have completed a UK degree and wish to stay and work.
  • Youth Mobility Scheme visa: For young people from specific countries looking to live and work in the UK for up to two years.
  • India Young Professionals Scheme visa: Aimed at young Indian professionals seeking work experience in the UK.
  • Global Talent visa: For exceptional talents in science, arts, and digital technology.
  • UK Ancestry visa: For individuals with a grandparent born in the UK who wish to live and work there.
  • High Potential Individual (HPI) visa: For graduates from top global universities seeking employment in the UK.

Work in the UK for your overseas employer:

  • Senior or Specialist Worker visa (Global Business Mobility): For employees of multinational companies transferring to the UK.
  • Overseas Domestic Worker visa: For domestic workers such as nannies or cleaners accompanying their employer to the UK.
  • Graduate Trainee visa (Global Business Mobility): For overseas graduates on a structured UK training program.
  • Secondment Worker visa (Global Business Mobility): For employees seconded to the UK as part of a high-value contract.

Why Choose Ammal Solicitors?

We acknowledge that the UK economy greatly benefits from hiring migrant labour.  To assist companies and individuals in remaining legally compliant with quickly evolving immigration regulations, we tackle corporate immigration concerns from all angles. While addressing your current issues, our team works to establish a lasting relationship with you. Immigration issues often stray into other areas of law, such as employment or tax. If so, we can collaborate with our departmental colleagues to provide you with a comprehensive service that takes care of all your needs.  Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, two independent legal publications, acknowledge us as providing “clear advice and the best options in terms of a way forward.”  To ensure you understand every step we take, we’ll make sure to steer clear of legalese and explain things in simple terms.