Home Office Audits and Sponsor Responsibilities | Immigration for Employers series

MFMac: Employment Law · Mar 16, 2026 · 1m

Home Office sponsor licence audits are a key part of UK immigration compliance and can carry serious consequences for employers. In this episode, David Hossack hosts a practical discussion on what Home Office audits involve, what compliance officers are assessing, and how employers can prepare effectively. He is joined by Stuart McWilliams, Partner at MFMac and an accredited specialist in Immigration Law, who explains how audits are carried out in practice, including announced and unannounced visits, the sponsor duties employers must evidence, and the common compliance gaps that place…