This table gives you an idea of the costs related to getting a sponsor license and sponsoring a worker’s visa.

Costs                                                                               Medium or large sponsor                                                                                            Small or charitable sponsor                                                                                       
Sponsor license fee £1579 £574
Immigration skills charge £1000 per year £364 per year
Certificate of sponsorship  £525 per worker £525 per worker
Immigration health surcharge £1035 per year of visa £1035 per year of visa
Visa application fees* See specific visa duration See specific visa duration