Employers and sponsors
This page provides key guidance and information provided by the Government for United Kingdom employers on employing migrant workers, including those under the new points-based system.
Points-based system goes live 27 November 2008
Sponsorship under the points-based system
Information for employers on applying for a licence to sponsor and bring migrants to the United Kingdom under the points-based system.
Preventing illegal working
Information about employers' responsibilities in relation to the law on preventing illegal working, including important details of changes to the law introduced on 29 February 2008.
Resources and tools
Useful tools and information for organisations sponsoring migrants to work or study in the United Kingdom.
Support for employers
Information on a range of support available to employers of migrant workers, including assistance with checking a person's entitlement to work in the United Kingdom.
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News & updates
Terms explained
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Points-based system
Our immigration system for managing applications by people who wish to come to the United Kingdom to work, train or study.