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What is Certificate of Sponsorship?
- For most non-UK residents, it is mandatory to have a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) that allows you to enter the UK and work
- A Certificate of Sponsorship – commonly referred to as the CoS – is an e-document provided by a UK-based employer that has decided to hire you
- You can apply for a UK work visa once you have received a valid and genuine UK Sponsorship Certificate
- However, a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is not the only requirement to apply for any UK Work Visa
- You must also meet various other eligibility criteria including English language requirement, meet maintenance funds requirement, and other requirements relevant to the category of visa
Exciting characteristics of CoS
- CoS holders can work in the UK for up to 5 years
- It permits firms to sponsor skilled workers from outside the EEA and EU
- It provides a path to permanent residency and citizenship
- It includes important details related to your job role like salary and position
Certificate of Sponsorship Fraud Prevention: Common red flags
- You have not applied for the job
- There are unexpected offers of sponsorship
- The UK-based employer requests your personal or financial information
- The UK-based employer is asking for money upfront to stamp the work permit
- You are asked to send your passport for stamping directly
- The Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) has confusing and unclear sponsorship agreements/terms
- You are required to pay your employer for visa costs and other costs
Be cautious and save yourself from getting scammed, it is highly advisable to seek professional UK visa expert help!
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About The SmartMove2UK
- The SmartMove2UK is a UK Immigration law firm based in India
- Our offices in Mumbai, Delhi & Bengaluru is led by a team of specialist UK-qualified Solicitor
- With 16+ years of experience in practicing UK immigration and nationality laws, we offer our clients appropriate, in-depth, and precise solutions to their immigration, travel, and business needs
- We have 1,000+ successful stories & clientele in 26+ countries!
- Our UK Visa Consultants will help you to evaluate the contents of your CoS!
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