Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Once your business holds a sponsor licence, you can recruit under the Skilled Worker route. We advise on which roles qualify and handle the sponsorship process.
This is for you if your business already holds a sponsor licence and wants to recruit or sponsor someone under the Skilled Worker route.
What We DoGetting the sponsorship right, not just the paperwork
We check whether a role meets the skill and salary requirements for sponsorship, assign the Certificate of Sponsorship, and advise on the worker's visa application. We also advise on right-to-work checks, so the sponsorship holds up to scrutiny from day one, not just at the point of approval.
An employer we've helped sponsor workers
“After my Global Talent visa was refused, I was uncertain about my future in the UK. Flashpoint Legal took a completely different approach. They supported my company in securing a Sponsorship Licence and successfully obtained Skilled Worker visas for myself and my family despite the earlier refusal. Following that, they handled my Indefinite Leave to Remain application, which was approved in just 5 days.”
Yemi · Nigeria, ILR Secured in 5 Days
What it costs to get started
Your consultation fee is fixed and confirmed upfront. Following the consultation, we will confirm the scope of work and the applicable fee before you decide whether to instruct us.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Skilled Worker route?
The Skilled Worker route allows a licensed sponsor to employ someone from outside the UK in an eligible role that meets the required skill and salary levels.
What salary does a role need to meet?
Skilled Worker sponsorship has minimum salary thresholds that depend on the role and its occupation code. We check the specific threshold that applies to your role as part of our advice.
What is a Certificate of Sponsorship?
A Certificate of Sponsorship is a digital record a sponsor assigns to a worker, confirming the role and salary being offered. The worker needs this to apply for their visa.
Can we sponsor a worker who is already in the UK?
In many cases, yes. The route can cover both new recruits from overseas and eligible individuals already in the UK who are switching into sponsored employment, depending on their circumstances.
What happens if a role doesn't meet the sponsorship criteria?
We tell you early if a role isn't eligible, and where possible we advise on what would need to change for it to qualify, rather than letting an application proceed on shaky ground.
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