SKA Observatory

SKA Observatory sponsorship questions

Does SKA Observatory sponsor visas?

Yes. SKA Observatory in Macclesfield holds a UK Home Office sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for the International Agreement, Skilled Worker routes.

Can SKA Observatory sponsor a Skilled Worker visa?

Yes. SKA Observatory is licensed for the Skilled Worker route, so it can sponsor an eligible job that meets the salary threshold and skill level for that role.

What is SKA Observatory's sponsor licence rating?

Temporary Worker (A rating). An A rating means the sponsor is fully compliant and can issue Certificates of Sponsorship; a B rating means it is on a Home Office action plan and cannot sponsor new workers until it returns to an A rating.

How long has SKA Observatory held a sponsor licence?

SKA Observatory has appeared on the register of licensed sponsors since 7 May 2026. Register history on this page shows any removals or reinstatements since then.

Is SKA Observatory hiring visa-sponsored roles?

The register shows who is licensed to sponsor, not who is hiring. Check SKA Observatory's careers page and the job-search links on this page.