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Section 3C Leave: A 2026 Guide for UK Sponsors
Andrew Gibbs - Lead Recruitment Specialist
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Section 3C Leave: A 2026 Guide for UK Sponsors

Section 3C keeps a worker lawfully in the UK when their permission expires before the Home Office decides their application. It only works where the application is valid, it preserves existing conditions rather than granting new ones, and it can be surprisingly hard to evidence.

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How to Get a UK Sponsor Licence in 2026: A Complete Guide
Andrew Gibbs - Lead Recruitment Specialist
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How to Get a UK Sponsor Licence in 2026: A Complete Guide

Planning to hire overseas workers in 2026? A UK sponsor licence is your gateway to recruiting skilled international talent. While the process takes 8-12 weeks and requires strong HR systems, proper preparation makes it manageable. Learn the essential steps, avoid common pitfalls, and understand your ongoing compliance duties.

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CoS Priority Slots in 2026: How the Process Works for UK Sponsors
Andrew Gibbs - Lead Recruitment Specialist
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CoS Priority Slots in 2026: How the Process Works for UK Sponsors

Waiting for a Certificate of Sponsorship allocation decision when the start date is fast approaching creates incredible pressure on UK sponsors, and this has become even more prevalent in 2026. Since more employers have been utilising the Skilled Worker route for their overseas talent, competition for quicker processing has increased.

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Complete UK Post Licence Priority Service Guide for Sponsors
Andrew Gibbs - Lead Recruitment Specialist
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Complete UK Post Licence Priority Service Guide for Sponsors

The post-licence priority service can be a good pick for sponsors needing fast answers on license updates or CoS allocations. If you use it right, it can cut down on guessing and help with workforce planning for the near future.

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