Register of Licensed Sponsors 2026
The Register of Licensed Sponsors is the UK Home Office's official list of companies that can sponsor a visa in the UK. These are the employers approved to sponsor overseas workers on Skilled Worker and other UK work visas. Search the full list below, or filter by industry, visa route, or recent hiring activity. Just checking one employer? Use the sponsor licence checker instead.
Last synced 17 July 2026 · Source: gov.uk
Companies (Licensed Sponsors)
Results are prioritized by recent visa sponsorship activity and active job postings, helping you focus on employers most likely to sponsor.
Flarebright is a rapidly growing UK-based leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology. Founded in 2015 by Dr. Kelvin Hamilton and Dr. Conrad Rider, the company is headquartered in Westcott Venture Park near Oxford, with an additional office in London, and international offices coming soon. Flarebright is a team of 30 brilliant people committed to developing truly autonomous UAS flight capabilities for both the defence and civil markets. Flarebright has been awarded multiple contracts fr
The Wellcome Sanger Institute is a world leader in genomics research. We generate and analyse data at a scale not easily possible elsewhere. We apply and explore genomic technologies to advance the understanding of biology and improve health. Our ambition is vast – we take on projects that are not possible anywhere else. We use the power of genome sequencing to understand and harness the information in DNA. Funded by Wellcome, we have the freedom and support to push the boundaries of genomic
Heatherwick Studio is a team of 200 problem solvers dedicated to making the physical world around us better for everyone. Based out of our combined workshop and design studio in Central London, we create buildings, spaces, master-plans, objects and infrastructure. Focusing on large scale projects in cities all over the world, we prioritise those with the greatest positive social impact. Working as practical inventors with no signature style, our motivation is to design soulful and interesting
Gowan Company is a global, family-owned agricultural solutions business headquartered in Yuma, AZ. Gowan's employees are part of a shared mission to help farmers improve the health and productivity of their crops to contribute to the food security of a growing global population. Gowan began as a local crop consultancy in the desert Southwest and has since grown into a global company comprised of multiple entities in various countries across the world. There are many perks and benefits to worki
People are living longer, and we are excited about the possibilities this brings. We see longevity, aging, and changing life patterns as an opportunity for our customers, our employees, and society as a whole. And we want to support everyone in building the financial means to explore the possibilities and challenges of a long and varied life. As an international financial services group, we unite a diverse range of businesses that, together, help millions of people around the world live their
Bridewell is the trusted cyber security partner for organisations operating within Critical National Infrastructure (CNI), as well as companies who want the highest standard of cyber security. Our team are highly accredited by major industry bodies and have extensive experience of delivering cyber consulting and managed security services across highly regulated sectors. As a long-standing Microsoft partner, our team are experts in maximising the effectiveness of Microsoft Security technology to
LifeArc® is a self-funded medical research organisation with one clear purpose – transforming the lives of people living with rare diseases and drug-resistant infections. We aim to deliver this by conducting and funding pioneering research, and working with partners to accelerate the translation of scientific breakthroughs into new tests and treatments. Our vision is a world where people living with rare diseases and drug-resistant infections can access effective, life-changing treatments fast
JATO is the global leader in automotive data, analysis, and intelligence. We deliver fast, accurate information that informs and supports critical decision making. Forty years ago, we transformed automotive outcomes by delivering a transparent view of the market. Today, global mobility leaders rely on our trusted network of data, insights, and automotive expertise to unlock competitive opportunities.
British Pipeline Agency Limited (BPA) - Keeping the UK moving 24/7/365. Jointly owned by BP Oil UK and Shell UK Oil, BPA was founded in the 1960’s to develop, engineer and operate refined product pipelines and terminals. It is now responsible for the management of around 1,000km of liquid fuel pipelines and associated bulk storage, road loading and rail infrastructure around the UK. BPA also provides engineering services and operational solutions to the downstream energy sector worldwide. BPA i
Avantis Group, based in the UK, is a global leader in energy and transportation. We focus on sustainable technologies and lifecycle management to drive environmental improvements. Our mission is to lead in low-carbon innovations and strategic decarbonisation. Our services, from engineering design to global aftercare, aim to enhance sustainability and efficiency. Join us in advancing a greener future.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Register of Licensed Sponsors? The register is the Home Office's official list of UK employers approved to sponsor overseas workers on Skilled Worker, Health and Care Worker, and other sponsored visa routes. Each row shows the organisation, its town, the visa routes its licence covers, and its rating (A or B).
Yes. The Home Office publishes it on gov.uk as a downloadable spreadsheet, and we sync from it daily so you can actually search it: filter by industry, visa route, location, or recent hiring activity.