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Right to Work Compliance in the UK

Protect Your Business from Costly Penalties

Failing to carry out compliant Right to Work checks can result in fines of up to £60,000 per illegal worker, sponsor licence revocation, and reputational damage.

Global Recruitment helps UK employers stay fully compliant with confidence. From audits to training and digital solutions, we simplify complex Home Office requirements.

Why Right to Work Compliance Matters

UK law requires every employer to verify that all employees have the legal right to work in the UK—before employment begins. Non-compliance can lead to:

Significant civil penalties Criminal liability in serious cases Loss of sponsor licence Business disruption

Our Right to Work Compliance Solutions

At Global Recruitment, we provide end-to-end support tailored to your organisation:

Right to Work policy reviews
Employee file & compliance audits
Staff training & workshops
Ongoing compliance consultancy
Technology-driven verification support

Led by former Home Office experts and immigration specialists

Right to Work Compliance – FAQ

Right to Work checks are mandatory checks carried out by UK employers to confirm that an individual is legally allowed to work in the UK. These checks provide a statutory excuse against civil penalties if conducted correctly.

Yes. All UK employers must conduct compliant Right to Work checks on every employee, regardless of nationality or role. Failure to do so can result in severe financial and legal consequences.

1. Identity Service Provider (IDSP) Checks: Employers can use certified IDSPs to verify identity digitally using IDVT technology. Note: Legal responsibility still rests with the employer.
2. Online Checks (Share Codes): Employees provide a Home Office share code, allowing employers to verify their status in real time. (Fast, Secure, Free).
3. Manual Document Checks: Employers must obtain original documents, check validity in the employee's presence, and copy/securely retain records.
4. Employer Checking Service (ECS): Used when an employee has a pending visa application or appeal. Employers must obtain a Positive Verification Notice (PVN).

  1. Obtain: Valid original documents or digital proof.
  2. Check: Authenticity with the employee present.
  3. Copy & Retain: Records securely with a clear audit trail.

  • List A: Individuals with permanent right to work (no follow-up checks required).
  • List B: Individuals with time-limited permission (follow-up checks required).
Correct classification is essential to avoid penalties.

Yes, for employees with time-limited permission. Failing to conduct follow-up checks can result in loss of your statutory excuse, even if the initial check was valid.

  • Online checks: Minutes
  • IDSP checks: Near-instant
  • Manual checks: Slightly longer depending on documentation
  • ECS checks: Typically a few working days

How Can Global Recruitment (UK) Limited Help?

We take the complexity out of compliance by:

  • Standardising your Right to Work processes
  • Reducing risk across multi-site organisations
  • Keeping you updated with latest UKVI changes
  • Providing audit-ready documentation systems

Our goal: Zero risk. Full compliance. Total peace of mind.

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