Work visas & business immigration

Legal Centre provides comprehensive legal assistance for individuals and businesses seeking to work, relocate, establish companies or employ overseas workers in the United Kingdom.

UK work visa rules are complex, technical and frequently updated. Professional legal guidance can significantly reduce the risk of refusal, delays or compliance issues.

We advise both applicants and UK employers on all major work visa routes and sponsorship requirements.

Skilled worker visa

The Skilled Worker visa is the main route for foreign nationals to work in the UK for an approved sponsor.
We assist with eligibility assessment, sponsorship requirements, Certificates of Sponsorship, salary thresholds, extensions and settlement applications.

Sponsor licence for employers

UK employers must hold a Home Office sponsor licence to employ overseas workers.
We advise businesses on sponsor licence applications, compliance duties, licence management, suspension risks and ongoing compliance.

Global talent visa

A prestigious route for leaders and emerging leaders in science, engineering, digital technology, medicine, arts and culture.
We advise on endorsement strategy, evidence preparation and application submission.

Innovator founder visa

For experienced entrepreneurs wishing to establish innovative businesses in the UK.
We assist with endorsement preparation, business plans, eligibility assessment and settlement requirements.

High potential individual visa

For graduates of top global universities who wish to work in the UK without sponsorship.
We advise on eligibility, qualification recognition and future immigration options.

Graduate route

Allows international students to remain in the UK after completing studies and gain work experience.
We advise on switching to Skilled Worker visas and long-term immigration strategy.

Temporary work visas

Temporary routes include:

• Government Authorised Exchange
• Creative Worker
• Charity Worker
• Religious Worker
• Seasonal Worker visas

Global business mobility routes

For overseas companies transferring staff to the UK or establishing a UK presence.
Includes Senior or Specialist Worker, Expansion Worker, Service Supplier and Secondment Worker routes.

Frontier worker permit

For eligible EU nationals working in the UK while residing outside the UK.

International sportsperson visa

For elite sportspeople and qualified coaches sponsored by UK organisations.

Turkish worker and businessperson routes

For Turkish nationals relying on provisions under the UK-Turkey arrangements.

Investor and entrepreneur legacy cases

We assist existing holders of former Tier 1 Investor and Entrepreneur visas with extensions and settlement applications.

Business immigration strategy for employers

We provide strategic advice to UK companies on workforce planning, compliance risk management, sponsor licence management and recruitment of international staff.

Consultation recommended

Work visa rules are highly technical. A consultation allows us to assess your circumstances and advise on the safest and most effective route.

Speak to a senior UK work visa lawyer

Anton Koval
Partner
Legal Centre — UK Immigration Law Practice
Mob/WhatsApp: +44 7791 145 923
Office: 0800 707 4646

Same-day consultations available for Skilled Worker visas, Sponsor Licences, Global Talent and business immigration matters.

Book a consultation to discuss your case and the available legal options.