Tier 2 Sponsor Licence Check - Verify Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship

Free UK sponsor licence checker tool. Enter any company name to instantly verify their Tier 2 sponsorship license status. Our sponsorship licence check searches the official Home Office register to confirm if employers can sponsor Skilled Worker visas.

Hi! I'm your Tier 2 sponsor assistant. Enter an employer name (e.g., Deloitte, NHS, Google) and I'll check the latest sponsor register for you.

How the Tier 2 Sponsor Licence Check Works

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Step 1

Enter Company Name

Type the name of any UK company you want to check.

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Step 2

Instant Verification

We search the official Home Office sponsor register in seconds.

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Step 3

View Results

See sponsorship status, licence type, and location instantly.

What Information You'll Get

Every search returns the same trusted data directly from the Home Office register.

Data Point 1

Licence Status

Instantly see if the sponsor is active, revoked, or missing.

Data Point 2

Licence Type

Worker, Temporary Worker, or both — straight from the register.

Data Point 3

Registered Location

Town/region info so you can plan where sponsorship is based.

Data Point 4

Sponsor Rating

Shows A-rating or special notes when provided by the Home Office.

Data Point 5

Eligible Visa Routes

Know which visa categories the company can issue Certificates of Sponsorship for.

Data source: UK Home Office sponsor register (synced with every refresh)
Verified Accuracy

Why Use Our Sponsor Checker?

Thousands rely on it daily to avoid dead ends and focus on employers who can actually sponsor.

Reason 1

Save Time

Avoid wasting months applying to employers who can’t legally sponsor visas.

Reason 2

Avoid Scams

Verify every company before sharing documents or personal details.

Reason 3

Plan Better

Know which employers offer the licence types you need for your route.

Reason 4

Increase Success

Focus on verified sponsors that match your visa requirements.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Tier 2 Sponsor Checker

What is a Tier 2 sponsor licence check?

A Tier 2 sponsor licence check is a tool that allows you to verify if a UK company is licensed to sponsor Skilled Worker visas. Using our tool, you can search by company name to confirm their sponsorship status directly from the official Home Office register. You can also browse our comprehensive sponsor list to find licensed employers.

How do I check if a company can sponsor Skilled Worker visas?

You can check a company's sponsorship status by entering its name into our free UK sponsor licence checker. The tool searches the official Home Office list to confirm whether the company is authorised to sponsor Skilled Worker visas. For more details on visa requirements, check our visa points calculator.

Is it free to check a company's sponsor licence?

Yes, our Tier 2 sponsor licence checker is completely free. You can instantly verify any UK company's sponsorship status without any registration or payment.

Can I check a sponsor licence by number?

No, our tool does not support searching by sponsor licence number. You can only verify sponsorship status by entering the company name, which is linked to the official Home Office register. Browse our full sponsor database to find companies by name, location, or industry.

Why should I check a company's sponsor licence?

Checking a company's sponsor licence ensures that the employer is legally allowed to hire Skilled Worker visa holders. This prevents visa issues and confirms that the company is a legitimate sponsor. You can also check our revoked sponsors list to avoid companies that have lost their licence.

How accurate is the sponsor licence checker?

Our sponsor licence checker pulls information directly from the official Home Office register, so it provides the most accurate and up-to-date status available for UK companies.

What information do I need to check a company's sponsorship status?

All you need is the company's name. Enter it into our tool and it will search the official Home Office register to confirm whether the company is licensed to sponsor Skilled Worker visas. For more information on visa requirements, see our SOC codes guide and visa cost calculator.

Can I use this tool to check companies outside the UK?

No, this tool only works for UK companies. It checks the official Home Office register for Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) sponsorship licences issued to UK employers.

How quickly can I verify a company's sponsor status?

Verification is instant. As soon as you enter a company name, the tool searches the Home Office register and shows whether the company is licensed to sponsor Skilled Worker visas.

Is this tool official?

While our tool is not operated by the Home Office, it uses data from the official Home Office register to provide accurate and up-to-date information on Tier 2 sponsor licences. For the official register, visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Can I verify a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or CoS number online?

No, there is no online way to verify a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or CoS number. Be cautious of any service claiming to check CoS numbers online, as this is often a scam. You should always rely on the official Home Office register to check a company's sponsorship licence instead. Use our sponsor list to find verified employers.