Skilled worker Self sponsorship

The "self-sponsorship visa" isn't a distinct visa type in the UK, but rather a Skilled Worker visa route where an individual can sponsor themselves by establishing or owning a UK company that then sponsors them for a job within that company. This requires the company to obtain a sponsor license and the individual to meet the Skilled Worker visa requirements, including demonstrating a genuine job offer, salary, and skills, as well as meeting English language and financial requirements. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

What it is:

• Not a distinct visa:
  The term "self-sponsorship visa" is a colloquial way of referring to a specific application of the Skilled Worker visa.
• Company as sponsor:
  The individual establishes a UK company, which then acts as the sponsor, issuing a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to them for a genuine job within the company.
• Sponsor License:
  The UK company must obtain a Skilled Worker sponsor license from the Home Office before it can sponsor anyone. 
• Meeting Skilled Worker Criteria:
  The individual, as the employee, needs to meet all the standard requirements for a Skilled Worker visa, including demonstrating a genuine job offer, salary, skills, English language proficiency, and financial means. 

How it works: 

1. Establish or Acquire a UK Company:
   The individual either starts a new business in the UK or takes over an existing one.
2. Apply for a Sponsor License:
   The company applies to the Home Office for a Skilled Worker sponsor license.
3. Appoint an Authorizing Officer:
   The company needs to appoint an Authorizing Officer (AO), who is either a British citizen or settled in the UK.
4. Meet Skilled Worker Requirements:
   The individual must meet all the requirements for a Skilled Worker visa, including a genuine job offer, salary, and skills.
5. Obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS):
   Once the sponsor license is granted, the company can issue a CoS to the individual for the intended job.
6. Apply for the Skilled Worker Visa:
   The individual then uses the CoS to apply for a Skilled Worker visa.

Key Considerations: 

• Genuine Business Intent:
  The company must be genuine and active, with a clear business plan.
• Financial Resources:
  The individual needs to have sufficient funds to support themselves and their business.
• English Language Requirement:
  A minimum CEFR B1 level of English proficiency is required, as determined by passing an approved English language test. Must be at least 4.5 in all 4 categories.
• No minimum turnover requirement for the company:
  There is no minimum turnover requirement for a UK company to apply for a sponsor license.
• Can be a Director and Shareholder:
  The individual can be a Director and majority shareholder in the UK company, even owning up to 100% of the shares. 
• Can bring family spouse and children under 18.
• Does lead to indefinite leave to remain after 5 years.( must satisfy criteria) 

Fees

• The sponsor license application fee is £536 for small or charitable organizations and £1476 for medium or large organizations
• The fee for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is £525
• NHS surcharge to be paid It is currently £1035 per year payable when you apply, ( must be paid in full for the duration of visa) 
• Any other disbursements 

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