For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Sponsor Licence Applications
Expansion Worker Visa
UK Expansion Worker sponsorship for qualifying businesses establishing a UK presence under the relevant Global Business Mobility rules.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Sponsor Licence Applications
Best for
Overseas businesses expanding to the UK
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Sponsor Licence Applications
Expansion Worker Visa
UK Expansion Worker sponsorship for qualifying businesses establishing a UK presence under the relevant Global Business Mobility rules.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Sponsor Licence Applications
Best for
Overseas businesses expanding to the UK
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Employers / UK Business Immigration / Sponsor Licence Applications
Expansion Worker Visa
UK Expansion Worker sponsorship for qualifying businesses establishing a UK presence under the relevant Global Business Mobility rules.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Sponsor Licence Applications
Best for
Overseas businesses expanding to the UK
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
How does the Expansion Worker route work?
Overseas businesses that have not yet started trading in the UK can send senior managers or specialists to establish a UK presence. The business needs a sponsor licence and must meet the route requirements. We guide you through both stages.
How does the Expansion Worker route work?
Overseas businesses that have not yet started trading in the UK can send senior managers or specialists to establish a UK presence. The business needs a sponsor licence and must meet the route requirements. We guide you through both stages.
How does the Expansion Worker route work?
Overseas businesses that have not yet started trading in the UK can send senior managers or specialists to establish a UK presence. The business needs a sponsor licence and must meet the route requirements. We guide you through both stages.
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 Expansion Worker Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Overseas business links, UK expansion plans, proposed role and relevant sponsor/worker evidence.
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 Expansion Worker Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Overseas business links, UK expansion plans, proposed role and relevant sponsor/worker evidence.
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 Expansion Worker Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Overseas business links, UK expansion plans, proposed role and relevant sponsor/worker evidence.
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
Business eligibility
02
Business eligibility
03
Sponsor licence
03
Sponsor licence
04
Worker application
04
Worker application
05
Submission
05
Submission
06
UK set-up support
06
UK set-up support
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
Qualifying business links
The UK Expansion Worker route has requirements involving an overseas business and proposed UK expansion. A newly formed UK company does not automatically qualify.
Sponsor and role
The appropriate sponsorship permission, role and employment conditions must fit the Global Business Mobility rules.
Future immigration plans
This route is not normally a direct settlement pathway. Consider longer-term workforce and immigration needs before choosing it.
Risks & important considerations
Qualifying business links
The UK Expansion Worker route has requirements involving an overseas business and proposed UK expansion. A newly formed UK company does not automatically qualify.
Sponsor and role
The appropriate sponsorship permission, role and employment conditions must fit the Global Business Mobility rules.
Future immigration plans
This route is not normally a direct settlement pathway. Consider longer-term workforce and immigration needs before choosing it.
Risks & important considerations
Qualifying business links
The UK Expansion Worker route has requirements involving an overseas business and proposed UK expansion. A newly formed UK company does not automatically qualify.
Sponsor and role
The appropriate sponsorship permission, role and employment conditions must fit the Global Business Mobility rules.
Future immigration plans
This route is not normally a direct settlement pathway. Consider longer-term workforce and immigration needs before choosing it.
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
Is this for any new UK company?
Does the worker need sponsorship?
Can the worker settle through this route?
What business evidence matters?
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
Is this for any new UK company?
Does the worker need sponsorship?
Can the worker settle through this route?
What business evidence matters?
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
Is this for any new UK company?
Does the worker need sponsorship?
Can the worker settle through this route?
What business evidence matters?
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?
Expanding your business into the UK?
Book an employer consultation to discuss sponsorship, compliance and the right support for your organisation.
Expanding your business into the UK?
Book an employer consultation to discuss sponsorship, compliance and the right support for your organisation.
Expanding your business into the UK?
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.