For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Certificate of Sponsorship
Defined CoS Requests
Preparing a Defined Certificate of Sponsorship request where the sponsor must use that process.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Certificate of Sponsorship
Best for
Sponsors recruiting from overseas
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Certificate of Sponsorship
Defined CoS Requests
Preparing a Defined Certificate of Sponsorship request where the sponsor must use that process.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Certificate of Sponsorship
Best for
Sponsors recruiting from overseas
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Certificate of Sponsorship
Defined CoS Requests
Preparing a Defined Certificate of Sponsorship request where the sponsor must use that process.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Certificate of Sponsorship
Best for
Sponsors recruiting from overseas
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
What is a defined CoS?
Workers applying for entry clearance need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship, which must be requested from the Home Office for each role. We prepare the request so the role details, salary and occupation code are correct.
What is a defined CoS?
Workers applying for entry clearance need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship, which must be requested from the Home Office for each role. We prepare the request so the role details, salary and occupation code are correct.
What is a defined CoS?
Workers applying for entry clearance need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship, which must be requested from the Home Office for each role. We prepare the request so the role details, salary and occupation code are correct.
Who this service is for
HR & people teams
Teams managing sponsored workers and right to work processes.
Founders & directors
Business owners responsible for the sponsor licence and its duties.
Hiring managers
Managers recruiting skilled workers from overseas.
Who this service is for
HR & people teams
Teams managing sponsored workers and right to work processes.
Founders & directors
Business owners responsible for the sponsor licence and its duties.
Hiring managers
Managers recruiting skilled workers from overseas.
Who this service is for
HR & people teams
Teams managing sponsored workers and right to work processes.
Founders & directors
Business owners responsible for the sponsor licence and its duties.
Hiring managers
Managers recruiting skilled workers from overseas.
Common situations and choosing the right service
Common situations and choosing the right service
Common situations and choosing the right service
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Immigration status and suitability
Complete and consistent evidence
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Immigration status and suitability
Complete and consistent evidence
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Immigration status and suitability
Complete and consistent evidence
How Suassuna Global can help
Scope and duties review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Defined CoS Requests.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Genuine role details, occupation classification, salary and the evidence requested by the Home Office.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed application and supporting representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain the appropriate process, forms and submission steps for the agreed service.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
How Suassuna Global can help
Scope and duties review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Defined CoS Requests.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Genuine role details, occupation classification, salary and the evidence requested by the Home Office.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed application and supporting representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain the appropriate process, forms and submission steps for the agreed service.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
How Suassuna Global can help
Scope and duties review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Defined CoS Requests.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Genuine role details, occupation classification, salary and the evidence requested by the Home Office.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed application and supporting representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain the appropriate process, forms and submission steps for the agreed service.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
The application process
The application process
The application process
01
Consultation
01
Consultation
02
Eligibility review
02
Eligibility review
03
Evidence planning
03
Evidence planning
04
Application preparation
04
Application preparation
05
Submission
05
Submission
06
Decision & next steps
06
Decision & next steps
Documents usually needed
Company registration documents
Evidence of trading and premises
HR policies & right to work records
Job descriptions & salary details
Organisation chart
Key personnel details
Documents usually needed
Company registration documents
Evidence of trading and premises
HR policies & right to work records
Job descriptions & salary details
Organisation chart
Key personnel details
Documents usually needed
Company registration documents
Evidence of trading and premises
HR policies & right to work records
Job descriptions & salary details
Organisation chart
Key personnel details
Risks & important considerations
Correct CoS category
Defined and undefined CoS processes are not interchangeable. Check the sponsored worker’s circumstances before requesting the wrong type.
Genuine role details
Job duties, occupation classification and pay must be consistent and eligible. Errors may trigger Home Office questions.
Approval is separate
A defined CoS request does not guarantee the certificate will be issued or that the worker’s visa will be approved.
Risks & important considerations
Correct CoS category
Defined and undefined CoS processes are not interchangeable. Check the sponsored worker’s circumstances before requesting the wrong type.
Genuine role details
Job duties, occupation classification and pay must be consistent and eligible. Errors may trigger Home Office questions.
Approval is separate
A defined CoS request does not guarantee the certificate will be issued or that the worker’s visa will be approved.
Risks & important considerations
Correct CoS category
Defined and undefined CoS processes are not interchangeable. Check the sponsored worker’s circumstances before requesting the wrong type.
Genuine role details
Job duties, occupation classification and pay must be consistent and eligible. Errors may trigger Home Office questions.
Approval is separate
A defined CoS request does not guarantee the certificate will be issued or that the worker’s visa will be approved.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Defined CoS?
Can any sponsor request one?
Does approval guarantee a worker visa?
Can mistakes delay the request?
What should our organisation prepare?
Which compliance issue should we watch for?
What is another common business risk?
What else could affect the service?
What support is included?
What happens after a consultation?
Frequently asked questions
What is a Defined CoS?
Can any sponsor request one?
Does approval guarantee a worker visa?
Can mistakes delay the request?
What should our organisation prepare?
Which compliance issue should we watch for?
What is another common business risk?
What else could affect the service?
What support is included?
What happens after a consultation?
Frequently asked questions
What is a Defined CoS?
Can any sponsor request one?
Does approval guarantee a worker visa?
Can mistakes delay the request?
What should our organisation prepare?
Which compliance issue should we watch for?
What is another common business risk?
What else could affect the service?
What support is included?
What happens after a consultation?
Need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship?
Book an employer consultation to discuss sponsorship, compliance and the right support for your organisation.
Need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship?
Book an employer consultation to discuss sponsorship, compliance and the right support for your organisation.
Need a defined Certificate of Sponsorship?
Book an employer consultation to discuss sponsorship, compliance and the right support for your organisation.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.