Sponsor Licence and Immigration Lawyers
Whether you are applying for your first Sponsor Licence or managing an existing one, our senior immigration lawyers ensure accuracy, compliance and fast hiring.
Advice for UK employers and sponsor licence holders.
Have your Home Office letter and deadline ready
PROBLEMS IF DONE INCORRECTLY
Refusal → 6-month ban from reapplying
Delayed hiring → Losing talent
Incorrect SMS updates → Risk of suspension
Compliance breaches → Audits and hiring disruption
BENEFITS WITH WESTBRIDGE
Fast, accurate applications
Evidence-pack & SMS management
Senior lawyer handling your case
Clear guidance for HR and founders
Recognised and Regulated by Trusted Organisations
Recognised and Regulated by Trusted Organisations
The Westbridge Way:
A 4-step Client Journey
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We Understand Your Organisation — Not Just Your Case
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We Build the Right Strategy — Clear, Accurate and Built Around You
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We Execute With Accuracy and Full Regulatory Assurance
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4
We Stay With You - Long After the Application Is Approved
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Discover our core services trusted by hundreds of UK organisations
SOLUTIONS
Sponsor Licence Eligibility & Application
We assess your organisation, prepare the evidence pack and manage the full submission to secure approval.
Secure approval efficiently and avoid costly refusals, cooling-off periods.
Sponsorship Systems & HR Compliance Setup
Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) & Role Assessment
Discover our core services trusted by hundreds of UK organisations
SOLUTIONS
Sponsor Licence Application
Sponsorship Systems & HR Compliance Setup
Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) & Role Assessment
Sponsor licence FAQs
Do I need a lawyer to apply for a sponsor licence?
No. Businesses can apply directly to the Home Office. However, a sponsor licence lawyer can assess your eligibility, identify weaknesses in your evidence and help reduce avoidable errors that could lead to delays or refusal.
What does a sponsor licence lawyer do?
A sponsor licence lawyer can review your organisation, HR systems, key personnel and proposed sponsored roles. They can also prepare the application and evidence pack, manage the submission and respond to Home Office enquiries.
How much does a sponsor licence lawyer cost?
Legal fees depend on the complexity of your organisation and the support required. These are separate from Home Office application fees and any priority processing or post-approval sponsorship costs. WestBridge provides a clear fee breakdown before work begins.
Can a sponsor licence lawyer guarantee that my application will be approved?
No adviser can guarantee approval because every application is decided by the Home Office. Experienced legal support can nevertheless reduce avoidable risks by ensuring that the application is accurate, properly evidenced and supported by appropriate compliance systems.
How long does a sponsor licence application take with a lawyer?
Most applications are decided within eight weeks. An eligible business may be able to request the limited priority service for a decision within 10 working days. A lawyer cannot control Home Office timescales but can help prevent delays caused by missing documents or inconsistent information.
What our clients say
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
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© 2026 WestBridge Business Immigration
WestBridge Business Immigration Ltd is registered in England and Wales with company number 13287492
Authorised and regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) (Ref: F202100261)
Registered Office: 28 Queen Street, London, England, EC4R 1BB
Sponsor Licence and Immigration Lawyers
Whether you are applying for your first Sponsor Licence or managing an existing one, our senior immigration lawyers ensure accuracy, compliance and fast hiring.
99 Percent Approval Success Rate
Full application prepared by senior immigration lawyers with decades of experience
End-to-End Support for Existing Licence Holders
Multilingual Support with a Commercial Mindset
Recognised and Regulated by Trusted Organisations
PROBLEMS IF DONE INCORRECTLY
Refusal → 6-month ban from reapplying
Delayed hiring → Losing talent
Incorrect SMS updates → Risk of suspension
Compliance breaches → Audits and hiring disruption
BENEFITS WITH WESTBRIDGE
Fast, accurate applications
Evidence-pack & SMS management
Senior lawyer handling your case
Clear guidance for HR and founders
The Westbridge Way:
A 4-step Client Journey
1
We Understand Your Organisation — Not Just Your Case
Details
2
We Build the Right Strategy — Clear, Accurate and Built Around You
Details
3
We Execute With Accuracy and Full Regulatory Assurance
Details
4
We Stay With You - Long After the Application Is Approved
Details
Contact us at 0203 086 7236
What our clients say
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
“We are extremely pleased with the support provided in securing our company’s sponsorship licence… Communication was prompt, and every detail was handled with great care. We have now moved the sponsorship matters for our other companies to WestBridge Business Immigration. We highly recommend their services.”
Joe Thomas
Managing Partner, Dorchester Healthcare
“Our experience with Westbridge was exceptional. Their team provided clear guidance and efficient support throughout our Sponsor Licence and Global Business Mobility application. The process was seamless from start to finish, and their professionalism and attention to detail made a real difference. Highly recommended.”
Imran Sharif
Head of HR & Global Talent Acquisition, Independent Food
Sponsor licence FAQs
Do I need a lawyer to apply for a sponsor licence?
No. Businesses can apply directly to the Home Office. However, a sponsor licence lawyer can assess your eligibility, identify weaknesses in your evidence and help reduce avoidable errors that could lead to delays or refusal.
What does a sponsor licence lawyer do?
A sponsor licence lawyer can review your organisation, HR systems, key personnel and proposed sponsored roles. They can also prepare the application and evidence pack, manage the submission and respond to Home Office enquiries.
How much does a sponsor licence lawyer cost?
Legal fees depend on the complexity of your organisation and the support required. These are separate from Home Office application fees and any priority processing or post-approval sponsorship costs. WestBridge provides a clear fee breakdown before work begins.
Can a sponsor licence lawyer guarantee that my application will be approved?
No adviser can guarantee approval because every application is decided by the Home Office. Experienced legal support can nevertheless reduce avoidable risks by ensuring that the application is accurate, properly evidenced and supported by appropriate compliance systems.
How long does a sponsor licence application take with a lawyer?
Most applications are decided within eight weeks. An eligible business may be able to request the limited priority service for a decision within 10 working days. A lawyer cannot control Home Office timescales but can help prevent delays caused by missing documents or inconsistent information.
Speak to a Senior Immigration Lawyer
Our team will review your circumstances and provide clear, practical direction.
Contact us now.
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© 2026 WestBridge Business Immigration
WestBridge Business Immigration Ltd is registered in England and Wales with company number 13287492
Authorised and regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) (Ref: F202100261)
Registered Office: 28 Queen Street, London, England, EC4R 1BB
SERVICES
© 2026 WestBridge Business Immigration
WestBridge Business Immigration Ltd is registered in England and Wales with company number 13287492
Authorised and regulated by the Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) (Ref: F202100261)
Registered Office: 28 Queen Street, London, England, EC4R 1BB