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Global Mobility

The Senior or Specialist Worker visa, part of the UK’s Global Business Mobility route, enables multinational companies to transfer highly skilled employees into the UK. This visa is designed for senior managers or specialist staff whose expertise is essential to business operations.

Employing migrant workers under this visa route carries strict legal and compliance obligations. Without the right processes in place, businesses risk visa refusals, costly delays, or Home Office penalties. Sponsor duties must be met in full, including accurate reporting, record-keeping, and monitoring of employees.

Loch provides tailored support with the entire process: from securing or managing a sponsor licence, to preparing Certificates of Sponsorship, and guiding employees through their visa applications. We also advise on salary thresholds, role eligibility, and contract requirements to ensure compliance with immigration law.

Beyond the application, we help employers understand and meet ongoing responsibilities. This proactive approach not only protects your business from penalties but also ensures migrant workers feel supported, integrated, and able to deliver value from day one.

How Loch can help

At Loch, we combine immigration law expertise with HR and compliance knowledge to make the process clear, efficient, and risk-free. We understand the challenges of moving senior or specialist staff and provide step-by-step guidance to simplify the process.

Our service is tailored to your business, whether you are a global organisation transferring executives or a growing business needing niche expertise. We ensure all applications meet Home Office requirements while also aligning with your workforce planning.

Loch also offers ongoing support with sponsor compliance, HR policies, and best practice for managing migrant workers. With us, you gain peace of mind that your business is protected, your sponsor duties are met, and your staff are supported.

Key Elements

This visa is for senior managers and specialist staff being transferred to a UK branch of an overseas business. The role must meet skill and salary requirements.

Yes. To employ migrant workers under this visa, your company must hold a valid sponsor licence. Loch can help you apply for or manage this licence.

Non-compliance with sponsor duties, such as poor record-keeping or failing to report changes, can lead to fines, visa refusals, or loss of your sponsor licence.

Absolutely. We provide ongoing support with compliance, HR processes, and training for managers to ensure your business continues to meet immigration requirements.
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