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MANAGED MIGRATION SYSTEM

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BACKGROUND

Multiple methods of entry Bureaucratic

Lacked transparency

Difficult to monitor

Changing environment

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MANAGED MIGRATION

Simpler to administer – fewer methods of entry

Transparent – points system

Secure

Improved monitoring

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Tier 2 – to be used by First Class Counties

Tier 5 – to be used by recreational clubs with short term contracts

Sports visas

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“SPONSORSHIP”

What is “Sponsorship”? Levels “A” or “B”

Cost - £400

Licence lasts for 4 years

Guidance Notes available on line

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APPLICATION PROCESS Apply on line – www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/employers Last audited accounts

ECB support

Employers liability certificate

VAT Registration or Charity Status

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POINTS BASIS

Skill level

Level of remuneration

Resident Labour Market test

Command of English language

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SKILL LEVEL

Playing ability – 5 first class matches within the previous 24 months

Coaching – UKCC Level 2 or equivalent

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“CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP”

Apply on line

Job offer – signed contract

ECB confirmation that the player meets the necessary criteria

Cost - £10

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VISA

Once “Certificate of Sponsorship” is issued, a visa must be obtained

Visa provides entry clearance and will contain bio-metric details of the holder

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“SPORTS VISA”

Available for “amateur” sportspersons wishing to enter the country for a limited period (less than 6 months)

The player must be “amateur” coming to this country to play in a “pre-dominantly amateur team”

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“SPORTS VISA”

Cost - £65

Available from:- British High Commission or Embassy

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SANCTIONS

Employment law strengthened

Clubs will be held liable for the actions of their employees

Failure to comply could result in fines or imprisonment

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