Worker sponsor register updated on 7 September 2026
08 Sep 2026
If you're on a Skilled Worker visa, or waiting on a job offer that depends on one, this is worth a quick check. GOV.UK updated its register of licensed sponsors for the Worker and Temporary Worker routes on 7 September 2026. The update log confirms: "7 September 2026 - Updated register of licensed sponsors."
The register lists every organisation currently allowed to sponsor Worker and Temporary Worker visas, along with their sponsorship rating. It's updated regularly, so a company that was licensed a few weeks ago could have changed status since.
If your job offer or current sponsorship depends on a specific employer, it's a good habit to check the register before you rely on it, whether you're about to apply, switch, or extend. Search for your employer's name in the downloadable list to confirm they still hold an active licence in the right category.
This is a routine data refresh rather than a policy change, so there's nothing new to act on beyond double-checking your employer's status if you have an application coming up.
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