How do I sponsor a migrant?
What is the sponsorship management system?
This page explains what the sponsorship management system is, who can use it and what it can be used for.
What is the sponsorship management system?
The sponsorship management system is secure IT system which allows licensed sponsors to bring and manage their migrants under tiers 2 and 5 of the points-based system. From 5 October 2009 Tier 4 sponsors will be able to voluntarily use the sponsorship management system and issue confirmation of acceptance for studies.
You will only get access to the system once you are a licensed sponsor. You are sent your log in information at the same time as the confirmation of your licence. If you are a licensed sponsor and do not have access yet, contact the Sponsorship helpline which you can find on the right of this page.
We are able to access and view all the information you input in to the system.
Who can use the sponsorship management system?
Only licensed sponsors have access to the sponsorship management system.
There will be different levels of users within your organisation.
Only the level 1 user of licensed sponsors can access the system for the first time. You give the name and details of your level 1 user when you apply for your licence online. They can then add further level 1 and level 2 users in the system.
All users will need access to the internet and an email address. You must also have Adobe Acrobat reader to view payment notes.
What should I use the sponsorship management system for?
You should use the system to:
- manage your users and change your organisation details;
- view all your certificates of sponsorship;
- create and assign certificates of sponsorship;
- comply with sponsorship duties such as reporting migrant activity and withdrawing certificate of sponsorship;
- pay for certificates of sponsorship.