The Law Society of England and Wales

The Law Society of England and Wales sponsorship questions

Does The Law Society of England and Wales sponsor visas?

Yes. The Law Society of England and Wales in London holds a UK Home Office sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for the Government Authorised Exchange route.

Can The Law Society of England and Wales sponsor a Skilled Worker visa?

The Law Society of England and Wales is licensed for Government Authorised Exchange, not the Skilled Worker route. It cannot sponsor a Skilled Worker visa unless it adds that route to its licence.

What is The Law Society of England and Wales'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 The Law Society of England and Wales held a sponsor licence?

The Law Society of England and Wales 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 The Law Society of England and Wales hiring visa-sponsored roles?

The register shows who is licensed to sponsor, not who is hiring. Check The Law Society of England and Wales's careers page and the job-search links on this page.