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Self-Sponsorship in the UK: Is It Your Path to Success? Have you heard about Self-Sponsorship and wondered if it’s the right option for you? Let’s clear the air: No, there’s no such thing as a Self-Sponsor visa. But what if you could sponsor yourself through your own business? What is Self-Sponsorship? It’s an immigration strategy that empowers entrepreneurs to live and work in the UK by creating or acquiring a legitimate business. Here’s how it works: 👉 Set Up Your Business: Form or acquire a Private Limited Company (Ltd) in the UK. 👉 Apply for a Sponsor Licence: Your company applies for and obtains a sponsor licence from the Home Office. 👉 Sponsor Yourself: Once approved, your business sponsors you as an employee under the Skilled Worker visa route. Key Requirements: ✔️ Your role must meet the skill level and salary thresholds (£38,700 annually or the going rate, whichever is higher). ✔️ Your business must show compliance with sponsor duties and maintain proper HR systems. ✔️ While there’s no fixed investment requirement, your business must have sufficient funds to operate and pay your salary. ✔️ Most importantly, the job must be a genuine vacancy aligned with the Skilled Worker visa criteria. Why Consider Self-Sponsorship? It offers the freedom to: 👉 Build and manage your own business. 👉 Live and work in the UK. 👉 Secure a pathway to settlement. But Here’s the Truth: The roadmap may seem simple, but execution requires careful planning and strict adherence to UK immigration and business regulations. Is Self-Sponsorship Right for You? Learn more about this game-changing strategy in my interview with Sarika YKB or book a consultation with MAK25 London today. https://lnkd.in/eEvAhbwV 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Your dream of working and thriving in the UK could start with one bold step.

🚨 Big News: Immigration and Nationality Fee Changes Announced! What does the future of UK immigration mean for you? The Home Office has proposed significant fee increases, aiming to reduce reliance on taxpayer funding. Here’s What You Need to Know: 💷 Proposed Fee Increases: 👉 ETA Fee: Rising to £16. 👉 Certificate of Sponsorship: Increasing to £525 for work routes. 👉 Naturalisation as a British Citizen: Jumping to £1,605. 👉 Other Nationality Services: Also facing hikes. Why These Changes Matter: The UK Government expects these adjustments to generate £269 million annually, helping to address funding challenges in the migration and border system. What’s Next? 👉 These proposals were laid before Parliament on 16 January 2025. 👉 If approved by both Houses, the new fees will be introduced by updating the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Regulations 2018. 👉 Implementation will follow Parliamentary approval, with timing yet to be confirmed. How It Impacts You: These changes could significantly affect individuals and businesses navigating the immigration process. Planning ahead is key to managing these rising costs. At MAK25 London, we help you stay informed and prepared, offering expert advice to navigate changes without stress. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Stay ahead of the changes—secure your immigration journey today!

Do You Know How to Access Your eVisa and Prove Your Immigration Status? Your eVisa is more than just an online record—it’s your key to proving your right to live, work, or study in the UK. But how do you access it? Here’s What You Need to Know: What is an eVisa? An online record that shows: • Your immigration status • The conditions of your permission to stay in the UK Steps to Access Your eVisa: 👉 Create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account using a phone number and email you can always access. 👉 Sign in to view your eVisa and share your immigration status when needed. Before You Start: Have one of the following ready: 👉 A valid passport and your visa application number (GWF or UAN) 👉 A valid passport and your BRP number 👉 An expired BRP card (if applicable) Important: If you didn’t use your passport to register, you’ll need to update your UKVI account with your passport details before traveling to the UK. Why This Matters: Your eVisa is your proof of rights—it’s how you show employers, landlords, and authorities your immigration status. If you’re unsure about accessing or managing your eVisa, MAK25 London is here to help you every step of the way. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Stay prepared, stay compliant—and move forward with confidence.

A New Sponsor Management System👋 Is Your Business Ready for the Sponsor UK Rollout? The way UK businesses sponsor workers and students is changing. The Home Office has begun rolling out Sponsor UK, a new system that will eventually replace the Sponsorship Management System (SMS). Here’s What You Need to Know: 👉 Simpler, Faster Sponsorship: Sponsor UK is designed to make sponsorship quicker, easier, and more intuitive—a long-overdue upgrade to the SMS, which has been in use since 2008. Rollout Timeline: 👉 The beta phase began on October 24, 2024, starting with selected Government Authorised Exchange (GAE) sponsors. 👉 The system will expand to more sponsors over the next two to four years, with both systems running during this transition. Key Changes: 👉 Sponsorship Submissions: Instead of assigning CoS directly, sponsors will submit “sponsorship submissions” to the Home Office for each worker. 👉 Integrated Systems: For eligible workers, certain details from sponsorship submissions will auto-fill visa applications through the ID Check App. 👉 Manual Reviews: Initially, all submissions will be manually reviewed, with plans for future automation of some submissions. 👉 Level 2 SMS users won’t have access to Sponsor UK during this phase—teams may need to reassign duties to stay compliant. This transition marks a significant update in sponsorship processes. Staying ahead of these changes is crucial to avoid compliance risks and protect your sponsor licence. What’s Your Next Move? Don’t wait until the last minute—understand how this shift affects your sponsorship duties. At MAK25 London, we guide businesses through every step of the process, helping you stay compliant and prepared. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: 07823733189 The future of sponsorship is changing—make sure you’re ready.

🚨 Applying for a Sponsor Licence? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Initial Audit! Did you know that applying for a Sponsor Licence automatically triggers a Home Office pre-licence audit? This audit is crucial—it’s not just about hiring overseas talent; it’s about proving you’re ready to meet compliance standards that pave the way for their UK settlement. But here’s the reality: many businesses fail at this stage. Common Reasons for Failure: ⚠️ Incomplete or Incorrect Documents: Submitting incomplete records or uncertified copies can lead to immediate red flags. Ensure you have original or certified copies ready for inspection. ⚠️ Weak HR and Recruitment Systems: Poor “Right to Work” checks or failure to monitor sponsored workers can result in non-compliance. Your systems should demonstrate full control over your sponsorship duties. ⚠️ Lack of Genuine Vacancy: Your job descriptions must clearly justify why you need overseas talent. Any vague or generic roles can raise doubts. ⚠️ Unprepared Key Personnel: Your Authorising Officer and Level 1 User must know their sponsorship duties inside and out. A lack of knowledge can weaken your case. ⚠️ Verification Issues: If the Home Office can’t verify your information during the site visit, it could lead to refusal. Why Preparation Matters? The Sponsor Licence process is a chance to prove your organisation is compliant and ready to grow. Missing details can cost you the opportunity to build a global workforce. At MAK25 London, we’ll guide you step-by-step, ensuring your application, HR systems, and key personnel are audit-ready. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Your sponsor licence isn’t just paperwork—it’s your gateway to global talent. Be prepared.

UK Sponsor Employers: Is Your Record-Keeping Putting Your Sponsor Licence at Risk? Poor documentation is the #1 reason for compliance failures—and it can cost you more than your sponsor licence. It can damage your reputation and impact the status of your sponsored workers. Here’s a quick checklist to ensure you’re compliant: Essential Documents to Maintain: 👉 Copy of the worker’s current passport 👉 Date of entry to the UK evidence 👉 Copy of the Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or eVisa status 👉 Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) details 👉 Job title, annual salary, and occupation code confirmation 👉 Proof of recruitment process (interviews, job ads, etc.) 👉 Copies of qualifications or references (if applicable) 👉 Employment contract 👉 Records of absences and contact details ⏳ Retention Period: Keep all records for 1 year after sponsorship ends or until a Home Office inspection approves. If sponsorship is under 1 year, keep them for the entire sponsorship duration. Pro Tip: All licence application documents must be retained for the entire licence validity period. Don’t let poor record-keeping put your licence—and your business—at risk. Learn more about staying compliant in my interview with Your Knowledge Buddy! Need help with compliance? 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Your sponsor licence is your gateway to global talent—keep it protected!

Is a Sponsor Licence the Missing Key to Your Business Growth? Imagine being able to tap into the world’s top talent—filling the roles that drive your business forward. Post-Brexit, that includes hiring skilled workers from both overseas and the EU. If you haven’t considered a Sponsor Licence yet, it’s time to ask: What’s holding you back? 🎙️ Join my podcast with Sarika YKB to uncover the game-changing benefits of a Sponsor Licence for your business success: https://lnkd.in/evdYTMSy 👉 Fill Skill Gaps: Gain access to a global talent pool to fill niche roles that local hiring can’t meet. 👉 Stay Competitive: Stand out by hiring the best international talent to power your business growth. 👉 Boost Your Credibility: A government-approved Sponsor Licence enhances your reputation in the industry. 👉 Expand and Scale: Address critical skill shortages holding back your business by accessing candidates you couldn’t reach before. 👉 Retain Top Talent: Sponsored employees are more likely to stay long-term due to visa stability—improving retention and reducing turnover costs. The Reality: Your business’s future success depends on attracting and keeping the right talent. Without a Sponsor Licence, you could be missing out on key opportunities to grow and compete. At MAK25 London, we guide businesses like yours through the Sponsor Licence process—making it simple, seamless, and stress-free. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: +44 7823733189 Don’t let skill shortages limit your growth. The world’s talent is waiting—are you ready?

What If It All Works? You wake up early, your mind already racing with everything you need to do. Another day of trying to make things happen—sending out CVs, preparing for interviews, figuring out what you might be missing. Maybe you’re a business owner, wondering if you’ve done enough to grow, to stay competitive, to finally take that big step. Sound familiar? I’ve been there too—wondering if I’m doing too much or not enough. Writing at odd hours, recording podcasts, creating content that may or may not hit the mark. Some things work; others don’t. But I know this—if I don’t try, I’ll never know. And here’s the part we don’t talk about enough: The fear of failure. The voice in your head that says, “What if it doesn’t work?” But what if it does? What if sending that extra application lands you the job that changes everything? What if expanding your team with the right talent transforms your business? What if this effort is the one that finally pays off? Whether you’re: 👉 An international student searching for your break 👉 A professional ready to leap but afraid of the unknown 👉 A business owner craving growth but unsure how to get there You’re not alone. This isn’t just a story about me—it’s a story about us. So, today, ask yourself something different. Not, “What if I fail?” but… “What if it all works?” One small step could change everything. The only question is: will you take it?

A New Sponsor Management System👋 Is Your Business Ready for the Sponsor UK Rollout? The way UK businesses sponsor workers and students is changing. The Home Office has begun rolling out Sponsor UK, a new system that will eventually replace the Sponsorship Management System (SMS). Here’s What You Need to Know: 👉 Simpler, Faster Sponsorship: Sponsor UK is designed to make sponsorship quicker, easier, and more intuitive—a long-overdue upgrade to the SMS, which has been in use since 2008. Rollout Timeline: 👉 The beta phase began on October 24, 2024, starting with selected Government Authorised Exchange (GAE) sponsors. 👉 The system will expand to more sponsors over the next two to four years, with both systems running during this transition. Key Changes: 👉 Sponsorship Submissions: Instead of assigning CoS directly, sponsors will submit “sponsorship submissions” to the Home Office for each worker. 👉 Integrated Systems: For eligible workers, certain details from sponsorship submissions will auto-fill visa applications through the ID Check App. 👉 Manual Reviews: Initially, all submissions will be manually reviewed, with plans for future automation of some submissions. 👉 Level 2 SMS users won’t have access to Sponsor UK during this phase—teams may need to reassign duties to stay compliant. This transition marks a significant update in sponsorship processes. Staying ahead of these changes is crucial to avoid compliance risks and protect your sponsor licence. What’s Your Next Move? Don’t wait until the last minute—understand how this shift affects your sponsorship duties. At MAK25 London, we guide businesses through every step of the process, helping you stay compliant and prepared. 📧 Email: aamil@mak25.co.uk 📲 WhatsApp: 07823733189 The future of sponsorship is changing—make sure you’re ready.

Get ready for tomorrow👋 I’ll be joining Sarika YKB visionary leader for International Students and content creator—live on her YouTube channel this Saturday, January 11th, at 11 AM (UK Time)! This session is completely free, and I can’t wait to connect with you all! Here’s what you’ll gain from this session: 👉 A Personal Introduction: Sarika will be walking you through my journey—how I’ve helped businesses and international students to thrive in the complex world of UK immigration and turned their challenges into success stories. 👉 Latest Immigration Updates: We’ll discuss the key changes introduced over the past month and how they can impact you moving forward. 👉 Your Questions, Answered: This is your opportunity to get the answers you’ve been searching for—directly from me, live! 👉 Exclusive Bonus for Sarika’s Audience: Sarika and myself have prepared a special surprise that will only be revealed to those attending the session live—trust me, you don’t want to miss it! Whether you’re facing hurdles with the UK immigration processes or looking to unlock new growth opportunities, this session will give you the clarity and inspiration you need. Click the link below to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/eZ_PZCBT Let’s make this an empowering moment together—see you there!