Sponsor Licence Revocation
Sponsor Licence Revocation: What UK Employers Need to Know
Losing your sponsor licence can have serious consequences for your business and sponsored staff. At UK Immigration Consultant, we support UK employers in preventing licence revocation through proactive compliance and immediate response strategies.
If the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) determines that your organisation has seriously breached its sponsor duties, or poses a risk to immigration control, they may move to revoke your sponsor licence entirely.
What Happens When a Sponsor Licence Is Revoked?
Your sponsor licence is revoked across all visa routes and categories.
Your business is permanently removed from the UKVI Register of Sponsors.
You lose the ability to sponsor any migrant workers moving forward.
Common Reasons for Sponsor Licence Revocation
UKVI may revoke your licence for either mandatory or discretionary reasons. Common grounds include:
False or Misleading Information submitted in the original application or subsequent updates.
Failure to Comply with an Action Plan: A B-rated sponsor fails to meet agreed improvements.
Non-Compliant Employment Practices: Employing migrants in roles that do not meet required skill levels or eligibility criteria.
What Are the Consequences of Licence Revocation?
🛑 Sponsorship Ends Immediately: You can no longer issue Certificates of Sponsorship.
📆 Visa Curtailment: Sponsored workers will usually have 60 days to switch employers, apply for another visa, or leave the UK.
🚫 No Right of Appeal: Revocation decisions are final and non-appealable.
⏳ 12-Month Cooling-Off Period: You must wait one full year before reapplying for a new licence.
Reapplying After a Licence Revocation
When the 12-month cooling-off period has passed, you may apply for a new licence—but UKVI will expect:
✔️ Clear evidence that all previous compliance failures have been addressed
✔️ Demonstrated improvements in HR systems and record-keeping processes
✔️ Robust internal policies that reflect UKVI guidance and best practices
How We Can Help
UK Immigration Consultant works closely with sponsors to:
🔍 Review Compliance Gaps before issues escalate
📄 Advise on Representations during suspension periods
📊 Conduct Internal Audits & Mock Inspections
🛡️ Assist with Reapplication After Revocation, including system reviews and action plans
Your Licence Is Your Gateway to Global Talent
Don’t risk losing it. Whether you’re facing revocation or want to safeguard your licence long term, we can help.
📞 Contact UK Immigration Consultant today for expert support and proven compliance solutions.
