All employers who wish to sponsor non-EU nationals on work permits after November 08 have to register now as a sponsor with the Border and Immigration Agency (BIA).

This is part of Tier 2 under the new points based immigration system that is being phased in by the Government.

Under the new system employers are required to register and apply for a Sponsor’s License. They will then be awarded either an A or B rating. Under an “A” rating the sponsor will be able to issue a certain amount of licenses or Certificates of Sponsorship (work permits or inter company transfers).

Are you ready for Tier 2?

Tier 2 will replace the current Business and Commercial Work Permit scheme. To date only 200 employers are registered with the BIA, far less than the expected 20 000. With the launch date of November 08 almost upon us a possible backlog in the Government process could delay any Sponsor’s License being granted, and put their employees at risk if they require a renewal of their permit or visa.

200 employers have already undergone the licence application process.

• Are your End Clients ready to join the A list?
• Do they need to apply for a Sponsor’s Licence?
• Are you aware of the full impact of this new Legislation on your End Clients Business and its Employees?

Don’t panic - The Smooth Group can help you. We are running seminars to assist you through these changes.

Be the first to be able to assist your end clients by attending our first Seminar on the 3rd of October. Topics will include:

• Breakdown of the New 5 Tier Points Based System
• Tier 1
• Tier 2 and gaining a Licence, Application Process and what are the Hurdles?
• The changes in UK immigration

Cost per ticket is only £65 per delegate so book your place soon.

Book within seven days of this email and receive a 20% discount!

To book your tickets please call Rebecca Hall on 07870 250 854 or reply to this email. Places are restricted so please book your tickets now to avoid disappointment.

We run regular seminars so please contact us if you are interested in attending a future seminar.

Why employers need a Sponsorship Licence:

• Without a Sponsor License you will be unable to employ/sponsor non-EU migrants under the new Tier 2 points-based system, set to launch Nov 08.
• The onus is now on the employers to ensure their organisation adheres to the UK immigration controls and that they are applied to its employees.
• You are required by law to comply with the Government regulations in order to sponsor and employ non-EU nationals.
• Each organisation will be awarded a rating, either A or B according to a set criteria. This rating will affect the organisations current and future employment of all non-EU nationals.
• A “B” rating is issued when the sponsor doesn’t meet the full criteria and an action plan is set in place to enable the employer to move up to the A rating, or they fail to register as a sponsor.
• Failure to comply with these new rules could result in a civil penalty and prosecution if you are found employing an illegal worker.

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