Global Business Mobility Licence Overview

Global Business Mobility Licence

The Global Business Mobility route is tailored for overseas businesses aiming to send senior managers or specialist employees to the UK for temporary work assignments. This visa route, part of the Global Business Mobility Licence, supports various business needs, including UK market expansion.

Table of Contents

1. Key Features of Our Global Mobility Licence Application Support and Representation Services
2. Benefits of Using a Regulated UK Business Immigration Adviser
3. How Can We Help You?
4. Visa Routes Under the Global Business Mobility Licence

1. • UK Expansion Worker

1. • Senior or Specialist Worker

1. • Graduate Trainee

1. • Service Supplier Route

• • Secondment Worker Route

5. Our Comprehensive Support Services

6. How to Apply for a Global Business Mobility Licence

7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Key Features of Our Global Mobility Licence Application Support and Representation Services

• Eligibility Assessment: We conduct a comprehensive assessment to determine the eligibility of your business and the candidate for the Global Business Mobility route.
• Sponsor Licence Application: We assist with the preparation and submission of the sponsor licence application, ensuring all required documentation is in place.
• Compliance Support: We provide guidance on meeting the compliance requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to maintain your sponsor licence.
• Visa Application Support: We offer end-to-end support for the visa application process for the senior manager or specialist employee.
• Ongoing Management: We provide continuous support to manage your sponsor licence, including renewals and reporting duties.

Benefits of Using a Regulated UK Business Immigration Adviser

• Expert Guidance: Our team of immigration experts will guide you through the complex immigration rules and regulations.
• Tailored Solutions: We offer bespoke solutions tailored to your business needs and the specific requirements of the Global Business Mobility route.
• Efficiency: Our streamlined processes ensure timely and accurate submission of applications, minimizing the risk of delays or refusals.
• Compliance Assurance: We help you stay compliant with UKVI regulations, reducing the risk of penalties or licence revocation.

How Can We Help You?

If you would like to know more about applying for the Global Mobility Business Licence, please book a complimentary initial consultation with us.

Visa Routes Under the Global Business Mobility Licence

UK Expansion Worker

The UK Expansion Worker route is for overseas workers undertaking temporary work assignments in the UK. This route is for senior managers or specialist employees assigned to the UK to support a business’s expansion. This route is only applicable if the business has not yet begun trading in the UK. If the business is already trading, workers should apply under Appendix Global Business Mobility – Senior or Specialist Worker.

Senior or Specialist Worker

The Senior or Specialist Worker route is for overseas workers on temporary assignments in the UK, where the worker is a senior manager or specialist employee assigned to a UK business linked to their overseas employer. This is often referred to as an intra-company transfer (ICT).

Graduate Trainee

The Global Business Mobility – Graduate Trainee route is for overseas workers on temporary assignments in the UK, where the worker is on a graduate training course leading to a senior management or specialist position and requires a work placement in the UK. This is also known as an intra-company transfer – graduate trainee (ICT).

Service Supplier Route

The Service Supplier route is for overseas workers on temporary assignments in the UK, where the worker is either a contractual service supplier employed by an overseas service provider or a self-employed independent professional based overseas, providing services covered by one of the UK’s international trade agreements.

Secondment Worker Route

The Secondment Worker route is for overseas workers on temporary assignments in the UK, where the worker is seconded to the UK as part of a high-value contract or investment by their overseas employer.

Our Comprehensive Support Services

We provide extensive support throughout the entire process of obtaining a Global Business Mobility Licence and related visas. Here’s how we can assist you:

• Initial Consultation: We offer a complimentary initial conversation to understand your business needs and provide tailored advice.
• Document Preparation: We help you gather and prepare all necessary documents for the sponsor licence and visa applications.
• Application Submission: Our team ensures that your applications are accurately completed and submitted on time.
• Compliance Monitoring: We assist you in maintaining compliance with UKVI regulations, including regular audits and updates.
• Renewal and Reporting: We provide ongoing support for licence renewals and reporting duties to ensure your business remains compliant.
• Expert Advice: Our immigration experts are available to answer any questions and provide guidance throughout the process.

How to Apply for a Global Business Mobility Licence

To apply for a Global Business Mobility sponsor licence, follow these steps:

1. Prepare Your Business: Ensure your business has the necessary HR systems and processes in place to meet the duties and obligations of a licensed sponsor. Consider having a mock audit by a third-party specialist in immigration policy to ensure compliance.
2. Complete the Online Application: Fill out and submit the online Global Business Mobility sponsor licence application form.
3. Pay the Application Fee: The application fee is £1,579 for large sponsors or £536 for small sponsors.
4. Submit Supporting Documents: Provide all required supporting documents to demonstrate your business’s eligibility and compliance with UKVI requirements.
5. Await Decision: UKVI will review your application and supporting documents. If approved, you will receive your sponsor licence and can begin sponsoring workers under the Global Business Mobility routes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the Global Business Mobility route?
A: The Global Business Mobility route is designed for overseas businesses looking to send senior managers or specialist employees to the UK for temporary work assignments. It supports various business needs, including expansion into the UK market.

Q: What are the key features of your Global Mobility Licence application support services?
A: Our services include eligibility assessment, sponsor licence application assistance, compliance support, visa application support, and ongoing management of your sponsor licence.

Q: Who can apply for the UK Expansion Worker route?
A: The UK Expansion Worker route is for senior managers or specialist employees assigned to the UK to support a business’s expansion. This route is only applicable if the business has not yet begun trading in the UK.

Q: Can dependents join the main applicant on these visa routes?
A: Yes, a dependent partner and children can apply to come to the UK on the UK Expansion Worker, Senior or Specialist Worker, Graduate Trainee, Service Supplier, and Secondment Worker routes.