This webinar looked at the so-called “Self-Sponsorship” visa route, which may offer practical means for business owners to legally enter, operate and settle in the UK while managing their enterprises.
With the closure of the Tier 1 Entrepreneur and Investor routes, international business owners faced significant barriers to relocating to the UK to start or grow their companies. In 2020, the UK government removed the previous 10% ownership restriction from the Tier 2 (General) framework, paving the way for a strategy commonly referred to as the “Self-Sponsorship UK Visa.” This approach allows entrepreneurs to establish, acquire or, if they already own one, utilise an existing UK business to sponsor their own Skilled Worker visa. Though often overlooked, this option provides a practical means for business owners to legally enter, operate and settle in the UK while managing their own company.
Frequently misunderstood or underutilised, this Self-Sponsorship route may become an essential tool for navigating the UK’s points-based immigration system. However in recent months, the government has adopted a somewhat hostile attitude toward this option, increasing scrutiny and casting uncertainty over its future.
This webinar explores the intricacies of the “Self-Sponsorship UK Visa” within the Skilled Worker framework. We equip you with the necessary knowledge to tackle these emerging challenges and discuss:
Attendees gained practical insights into assessing client eligibility, interpreting Home Office guidance, preparing strong applications, and navigating common pitfalls, including sponsor licence compliance and the ‘genuineness’ requirement.
Join us for this practitioner-focused training session to enhance your expertise and acquire practical, up-to-date knowledge on the Self-Sponsorship route.
Paolo Barbato. Paolo is a partner and the Head of Immigration at Child & Child, a prestigious West End law firm with over 150 years of history. He specialises in business and corporate immigration, as well as complex private immigration and nationality law matters.
Level: intermediate
This webinar is designed for lawyers, advisers and caseworkers who are already familiar with the Skilled Worker route and want to enhance their understanding of Self-Sponsorship as a strategic option for business clients. It is ideal for professionals involved in business immigration or those looking to expand their practice in this area.
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