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League Cricket Conference
League Cricket Conference
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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