Immigration Law
Immigration advice for businesses
When your business relies on international talent, you can’t afford delays or uncertainty in securing the right visas and permissions. With Kidd Rapinet’s immigration solicitors, you are assured of a fast, reliable, and expert corporate immigration service tailored to your business needs.
Our clients range from start-ups and SMEs to multinational corporations, Whoever we represent, we dedicate the same commitment and expertise to ensure your immigration matters are handled efficiently and with minimal disruption to your operations.
Ensuring Compliance with UK Immigration Law
Our business immigration solicitors provide invaluable support to businesses looking to grow international talent.
We understand how important a legal partner is to your business – we help you to develop a robust corporate immigration policy. This will comprise of regular audits and specialist advice to minimise risk and ensure ongoing compliance thereby avoiding costly delays or penalties.
In a business landscape where the smallest oversight can have serious consequences, we will give you the necessary confidence that your business is fully protected.
Yes, most UK employers must obtain a sponsor licence from the Home Office to hire non-UK nationals under the Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility and other applicable routes. This involves meeting eligibility criteria, maintaining compliance, and fulfilling reporting duties.
Right-to-work checks are legal obligations for UK employers to confirm that staff have the correct immigration status before employment. Failure to conduct these checks can result in civil penalties and loss of your sponsor licence.
The application process for a sponsor licence typically takes several weeks. Delays can occur if documentation is incomplete or if the Home Office requires additional information.
Sponsors must keep accurate records, report certain employee changes (such as job title or salary), and ensure ongoing compliance with immigration laws. Non-compliance can lead to licence suspension or revocation.
Common visa categories include the Skilled Worker Visa and Global Business Mobility routes. Each has specific eligibility criteria, including skill level, salary thresholds, and sponsorship requirements.
Yes, businesses can transfer staff to the UK using routes like Skilled Worker Visa and Global Business Mobility routes, provided the employee meets eligibility requirements and the company holds a valid sponsor licence.
Most work visa holders, including those on Skilled Worker and Global Mobility visas, can bring dependants (partners and children) to the UK, provided they meet the relevant requirements.
If your sponsor licence is suspended, you may not be able to assign new Certificates of Sponsorship. If revoked, all sponsored employees may lose their right to work in the UK, and you must take immediate remedial action.
Developing a robust corporate immigration policy, conducting regular audits, and seeking specialist legal advice are best practices for minimising risk and ensuring ongoing compliance
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Our Corporate Immigration Services
Sponsor Licence Applications & Management. Ongoing compliance and audit support, Skilled Worker & Global Mobility Visas, Right to Work Checks & Compliance, Business Visitor & Short-Term Assignment Visas, Sponsor Licence Renewals & Revocation, Immigration Audits & Risk Management
Sponsor Licence Applications and Management
Assisting your business in applying for and maintaining a Home Office sponsor licence
Skilled Worker and Global Mobility Visas
We provide end-to-end support for Skilled Workers, Senior/Specialist Workers, and Graduate Trainee visas
We also offer advice on eligibility, documentation, and application strategy
Business Visitor & Short-Term
Legal advice and applications for business visitors, short-term assignments, and specialist work routes.
Ongoing immigration compliance and audit support
Our immigration solicitors provide ongoing training for HR teams on sponsor duties
Right to Work Checks and Compliance
Legal support and guidance on conducting compliant right to work checks, policies and procedure to protect your business from civil penalties.
Sponsor Licence Renewals and Revocations
Proactive management of renewal deadlines and Home Office communications. We also provide crisis support in the event of Home Office investigations or licence suspension.
Immigration Audits and Risk Management
Comprehensive audits to identify and address any compliance risks for your business.
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