Secured Sponsor Licence Despite Civil Penalties

The Challenges Faced

In 2023, a new client faced mandatory refusal of a sponsor licence due to two civil penalties under the illegal working scheme, paid within 12 months. Home Office guidance barred approval, jeopardising the client’s ability to hire migrant labour essential for its business in a tough jobs market.

How Latitude Law Helped

We submitted a detailed sponsor licence application, highlighting improved business practices post-penalties and the need for migrant labour. Our UK immigration law expertise secured approval in 10 working days under priority processing. We also obtained work visas for slaughtermen/butchers using defined certificates of sponsorship.

The Outcome

The sponsor licence was granted within the 12-month cooling-off period, surpassing expectations. Latitude Law’s UK visa expertise ensured work visas for key staff, preserving the client’s business viability and operational success.