United Kingdom: Immigration

The Premier League attracts world-class managerial talent from across the globe, but behind every international appointment lies a complex immigration process that most fans never consider. Using the beloved fictional character Ted Lasso as a case study, this analysis explores the stringent Governing Body Endorsement criteria that international managers and coaches must meet to work in English football...

The House of Commons Home Affairs Committee has launched an inquiry into work-based immigration, examining how migration policy connects to skills development and training initiatives. The inquiry seeks evidence from employers, academics, and organizations on critical issues including salary thresholds, shortage occupation lists, visa eligibility criteria, and mechanisms to incentivize domestic recruitment over reliance on migrant labor.

We have been assisting clients with business immigration since way back when the UK’s current points-based system was introduced back in 2008. Over that time, the same issue has come up again and again when it comes to getting a sponsor licence for a start up business; or a business that is expanding (making inward investment) into the UK.