UKVI Compliance Measures: Is Your Business Prepared?

On 24 September, the UK government unveiled new measures aimed at reducing net migration, including a stringent crackdown on non-compliant employers. This initiative involves increasing compliance visits and the potential suspension or revocation of licenses for sponsors found to be non-compliant. This announcement follows an earlier statement at the end of August, which emphasised actions against ‘unscrupulous employers.’

Sponsor compliance is now a top priority on the government’s immigration agenda. Throughout 2024, there has been a notable rise in the suspension and revocation of licenses, driven by a surge in compliance visits for both new applicants and existing license holders. Given this heightened scrutiny, it is imperative for businesses to assess their current HR systems and practices to ensure alignment with Home Office requirements.