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UK Sponsor Licence SMS Changes: What Employers Need to Know
The Home Office has updated its sponsor guidance with important UK sponsor licence SMS changes affecting Sponsor Management System users, Level 2 Users and sponsor licence governance. The changes begin from 3 September 2026 and have practical implications for how organisations manage their UK sponsor licence and maintain access to the SMS.
U.S. Immigrant Visa Issuance Pause Ends for Nationals of 75 Countries
The U.S. immigrant visa issuance pause affecting nationals of 75 countries is no longer in effect following a court order in CLINIC et al. v. Rubio, et al. The change took effect on 21 August 2026, reopening the immigrant visa process for nationals affected by the January 2026 policy.
DHS Proposes $103,265 H-1B Cap Fee: What Employers Need to Know
U.S. employers relying on H-1B sponsorship could face significantly higher recruitment costs under a new DHS proposal. The proposed $103,265 additional fee would apply to cap-subject H-1B petitions, although it has not yet taken effect.
Whether you are a start-up, SME or an enterprise business, we are here to support your needs.
We provide a range of immigration services for individual clients worldwide.
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U.S. Immigrant Visa Issuance Pause Ends for Nationals of 75 Countries
New Zealand: Skilled Migrant Category Changes Take Effect on 24 August 2026
We provide comprehensive immigration solutions including sponsor licence applications, Skilled Worker visas, Global Mobility, compliance audits, right to work checks, and strategic immigration planning for multinational businesses.
Yes, we advise on UK inbound immigration as well as outbound and cross-border immigration solutions through our international network of trusted partners. We have our own offices in Dubai and Riyadh offering inbound immigration services into these regions.
We guide clients through every stage of the sponsor licence process, from eligibility assessment and document preparation to submission, compliance, and post-licence support.
We support all UK business visa categories including Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility routes, Senior or Specialist Worker visas, Graduate Trainee visas, and Innovator Founder visas.
Absolutely. We offer tailored solutions for intra-company transfers, ensuring employees and their families experience a seamless relocation process.
Processing times vary depending on country of application and priority options. Generally, it takes 3-8 weeks from submission, though we can advise on fast-tracking and avoidable delays.
As a sponsor, you're responsible for monitoring sponsored employees, keeping accurate records, reporting certain events to the Home Office, and complying with immigration rules. We can provide ongoing compliance support and audits.
Yes. We conduct mock audits, provide training for HR teams, and ensure your systems are robust and inspection-ready.
Yes. Many of our corporate clients choose a retainer arrangement for continuous, on-demand immigration advice, strategic planning, and compliance oversight.
We work closely with in-house counsel and HR leaders to develop scalable global mobility strategies, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with business goals across multiple jurisdictions.
We offer transparent and competitive pricing tailored to the complexity and scale of each matter. Options include fixed fees, retainers, or hourly billing where appropriate.
Contact us directly via our website, phone, or email to arrange an initial consultation. We'll assess your needs and propose a bespoke immigration support plan.
The Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H) programme is a long-term residency visa allowing foreign nationals to live in Malaysia under a structured financial and property-based framework. The programme offers four categories — Silver (5-year), Gold (15-year), Platinum (20-year) and SEZ (10-year) — each with different fixed deposit and property purchase requirements. Hudson McKenzie provides specialist MM2H advisory and application support from our London office.
Yes. Hudson McKenzie has a dedicated office in Dubai World Trade Centre. Our Dubai team advises individuals and businesses on UAE visas, UAE Golden Visa applications, residency permits, and UK immigration matters for clients based in the Gulf region. You can reach our Dubai office directly at +971 (0) 54 249 4303.
The Saudi Premium Residency — often referred to as the Saudi Green Card — is a long-term residency programme allowing eligible foreign nationals to live, work and invest in Saudi Arabia without requiring a local sponsor. It is a key initiative under Saudi Vision 2030. Hudson McKenzie's Riyadh office provides expert legal guidance on eligibility, application structuring and compliance for the Saudi Premium Residency programme.
Yes. Hudson McKenzie advises on UAE Golden Visa applications for investors, entrepreneurs, skilled professionals and individuals of exceptional talent. The Golden Visa provides long-term UAE residency of 5 or 10 years without the need for a local sponsor. Our Dubai office handles UAE Golden Visa applications directly and can assess your eligibility as part of an initial consultation.
Our London office is located at Berkeley Square House, Berkeley Square, Mayfair, London W1J 6BD. We advise businesses and individuals on all areas of UK immigration law including Skilled Worker visas, sponsor licences, global mobility, British citizenship and international residency programmes. You can reach our London team at +44 (0) 20 3318 5794 or londoninfo@hudsonmckenzie.com.
Yes. While Hudson McKenzie has deep expertise in corporate and business immigration, we also provide a comprehensive range of individual immigration services. These include international residency programmes such as MM2H Malaysia, UAE Golden Visa, Saudi Premium Residency, partner and spouse visas, British citizenship applications, and global talent visas. Our individual clients range from high-net-worth investors to skilled professionals relocating internationally.
