Defined COS (Certificate of Sponsorship) Granted for Warehouse Manager Role
🎉 Success Story: A client of ours, successfully obtained defined certificates of sponsorship (CoS) for Warehouse Manager role in just 10 days from the date of application. This achievement marks a significant turnaround, allowing them to expand their workforce with skilled migrant workers.
Lessons from R (Andrews) v SSHD [2025]: The Risks of Relying Solely on Home Office Guidance
The judgment is a powerful reminder of the importance of strictly adhering to Immigration Rules. While Home Office guidance can offer useful clarification, it cannot justify actions that conflict with the rules or statutory provisions.
From Suspension to Success: How We Achieved Sponsor License Reinstatement for a Care Provider
The sponsor licence was suspended for a care provider putting immigration status of 60 sponsored workers and their families on risk. This blog recounts the journey from the initial unannounced Home Office visit to the successful reinstatement of the sponsor license on 17 January 2025.
Understanding Minor and Significant Errors in Sponsorship (CoS) and Amendments Allowed
By understanding the distinctions between minor and significant errors, sponsors can maintain compliance with UKVI requirements and ensure a smooth sponsorship process for their migrant workers.
Proposed Increase in Certificate of Sponsorship Fees and Other Immigration Products
The proposed changes will be debated in Parliament and are subject to approval by both Houses. If approved, the new fees will be introduced through amendments to the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Regulations 2018, as soon as Parliamentary time allows.
Sponsor Licence for IT and Technology Company Granted with Nara Solicitors
An IT and technology company, client of ours recently secured a Sponsor Licence to hire skilled migrant workers.
The 28-Day Guideline for Employers: Compliance Tips
Understanding and adhering to the Home Office guidance on delayed work start dates is essential for any sponsor. Non-compliance can have far-reaching consequences, emphasizing the importance of staying vigilant and proactive in managing your sponsorship duties.
Visa Refusal Challenged and Reconsideration Secured for a 54-Year-Old
Through our expert intervention and use of the Pre-Action Protocol (PAP), we successfully secured a reconsideration of her case by the Home Office.
Sponsor Licence Refusal Overturned for Care Provider Through Pre-Action Protocol with NARA Solicitors
A care provider approached NARA Solicitors after their Sponsor Licence application was refused by the Home Office. The refusal, based on alleged issues with right-to-work checks. Our team took swift action to challenge the decision, resulting in the Home Office overturning the refusal, waiving the cooling-off period, and agreeing to refund the application fee.
How the Home Office Checks Compliance: What Happens During a Compliance Check
By adhering to the guidance and fostering a culture of compliance, sponsors can maintain their licenses and support their workforce, while contributing to a lawful and ethical business environment in the UK.
