Sponsor Licence Revocations/Suspensions

If the Home Office believes a sponsor is not complying with its duties, it can suspend or revoke the sponsor licence. This can have immediate and serious consequences — both for the business and for sponsored workers who may lose their right to work in the UK.

Common reasons for suspension or revocation include failure to keep accurate records of sponsored workers, inability to contact sponsored employees, inaccurate or misleading information in the original application, or evidence of non-genuine employment.

When a licence is suspended, the employer can no longer assign new Certificates of Sponsorship. Current sponsored employees remain on their existing visas but cannot renew them or change status while the suspension is in place. A compliance visit typically follows.

If a licence is revoked, sponsored workers are given a period of notice — usually 60 days — to find an alternative sponsor or leave the UK. This is a severe outcome for businesses that rely on overseas talent.

It is possible to challenge a suspension or revocation, and in some cases to apply for a new licence after addressing the compliance issues. Acting quickly is essential; the window for response is short.

Terence Ray Solicitors provides urgent advice to businesses facing licence suspension or revocation. We will review the Home Office’s concerns, help you address compliance failures, and represent you in any correspondence or formal challenge.

Call 020 3367 1430 or email info@trsolicitors.co.uk.