University of the Highlands and Islands
Does University of the Highlands and Islands sponsor visas?
Yes. University of the Highlands and Islands holds a UK sponsor licence for the Skilled Worker route, as well as Government Authorised Exchange, so it can sponsor Skilled Worker visas for eligible jobs.
| Organisation | University of the Highlands and Islands |
|---|---|
| Location | Inverness |
| Licensed visa routes | Government Authorised Exchange, Skilled Worker |
| Sponsor rating | A-rated |
| Skilled Worker sponsor? | Yes |
What University of the Highlands and Islands's sponsor licence covers
- Government Authorised Exchange — Temporary Worker licence, A rating: the sponsor is fully licensed and can assign Certificates of Sponsorship.
- Skilled Worker — Worker licence, A rating: the sponsor is fully licensed and can assign Certificates of Sponsorship.
A Skilled Worker licence lets University of the Highlands and Islands sponsor overseas workers for jobs in an eligible occupation code, normally paid at least £41,700 or the going rate for the job, whichever is higher. The licence is not tied to particular roles, so any eligible job the company offers can be sponsored.
Applying for a job with University of the Highlands and Islands
- Find an open role on University of the Highlands and Islands's own website or a job board — the register does not list vacancies.
- Check the job's SOC occupation code is eligible and the salary meets the minimum for that code.
- If you are offered the job, the company assigns you a Certificate of Sponsorship and you apply for your visa.
- Budget for the visa fee and healthcare surcharge with the visa cost calculator.
Other licensed sponsors in Inverness
- Stramash Social Enterprise
- Takara Shuzo International Co., Ltd
- Tapas (Inverness) Ltd
- Terras Forestry Company Limited
- The Highland Council
- The United Diocese of Moray, Ross & Caithness
- V&C Stores Ltd
- V&V Convenience Stores Ltd. T/As Crown Stores
- VD Shops Ltd TAs Barneys
- Xoko Ltd
See all licensed sponsors in Inverness, or browse the company directory.
Frequently asked questions
Does University of the Highlands and Islands sponsor visas?
Yes. University of the Highlands and Islands holds a UK sponsor licence for the Skilled Worker route, as well as Government Authorised Exchange, so it can sponsor Skilled Worker visas for eligible jobs.
Which visa routes is University of the Highlands and Islands licensed for?
University of the Highlands and Islands is on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors for: Government Authorised Exchange (Temporary Worker (A Rating)); Skilled Worker (Worker (A Rating)).
Does University of the Highlands and Islands have jobs with visa sponsorship?
The register shows which organisations can sponsor, not which jobs are open. Check University of the Highlands and Islands's careers page or job adverts, and make sure the role's SOC occupation code is eligible and the salary meets the threshold before you apply.
Where is University of the Highlands and Islands based?
The register lists University of the Highlands and Islands in Inverness. The register records the sponsor's main address, so the job itself may be elsewhere in the UK.
Data source: GOV.UK Register of licensed sponsors: workers. Company pages are rebuilt from the official register every day, and organisations that lose their licence are removed.