Business Details
17 Years
experience
Expert Immigration Lawyers in Sheffield
White Rose Visas was founded in 2009 with a clear mission: to ensure client success in UK immigration applications through unwavering commitment to knowledge, service, and communication. Our team of expert immigration lawyers brings decades of combined experience, offering tailored solutions for individuals and employers navigating complex visa processes. We pride ourselves on a client-centric approach, evidenced by over 500 five-star reviews and a unique guarantee - no fees if your application is denied. From skilled worker sponsorships to family visas and settlement applications, we combine legal expertise with compassionate support.As a regulated entity by the Immigration Advice Authority and member of the Immigration Law Practitioners' Association, we maintain the highest professional standards. Our Sponsor Premium Support Package ensures ongoing compliance for businesses, while our blog 'In Bloom' provides valuable insights into ever-changing immigration policies. With offices in Sheffield, we serve clients globally, transforming what could be a stressful process into a seamless experience.
Services
Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence
Family Visas
Settlement Applications
Sponsor Licence Support
Innovator Founder Visa
Minister of Religion Visa
Sportsperson Visa
Student Visa
Global Talent Visa
Health and Care Visa
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer a success guarantee ensuring no fees if your application is denied
- Our team includes specialists with over 25 years' experience in UK immigration law
- We provide ongoing Sponsor Premium Support Package for business compliance
- Our client support team responds to enquiries within hours, not days
- We combine legal expertise with compassionate, personalised guidance
Associations and certifications
- Immigration Advice Authority
- Immigration Law Practitioners' Association
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommend
Stress-free process
Prompt responses
Knowledgeable team
Services
Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence
We help UK employers obtain and maintain Skilled Worker Sponsor Licences, ensuring compliance with Home Office requirements. Our Premium Support Package includes ongoing compliance management, document storage, and audit preparation. We guide businesses through the application process, advise on salary requirements, and help manage certificate of sponsorship allocations. This service suits companies needing to recruit skilled workers from overseas.
Family Visa Applications
We assist with all UK family visa categories including spouse, partner, and parent visas. Our support covers application preparation, document verification, and compliance checks. We help clients meet financial requirements and provide evidence of genuine relationships. This service benefits individuals bringing family members to the UK or extending existing family visas.
Settlement Applications
We prepare and submit settlement applications for those qualifying through work visas, family links, or long residence. Our service includes eligibility assessment, document organisation, and compliance verification. We help clients meet English language requirements and Life in the UK test criteria. This service suits applicants seeking permanent UK residency after meeting qualifying periods.
Innovator Founder Visa
We support entrepreneurs applying for Innovator Founder Visas, including business plan development and endorsement acquisition. Our service covers investment fund verification, scalability assessment, and application preparation. We help applicants demonstrate innovation and business viability to Home Office requirements. This service benefits self-employed individuals establishing innovative UK businesses.
Sponsor Licence Compliance
We provide ongoing compliance support for sponsor licence holders, including audit preparation and document management. Our Premium Support Package covers Home Office reporting requirements, certificate management, and policy updates. We help businesses maintain compliance during Home Office visits. This service ensures employers meet their sponsor licence obligations.
People
Kim Day
Senior Immigration Lawyer and Founder
With over 25 years' experience, Kim founded White Rose Visas in 2009. She specialises in complex immigration cases and has built a reputation for securing positive outcomes across multiple visa categories.
Lauren Appleby
Senior Immigration Lawyer
A former UKVI caseworker with 10+ years' experience, Lauren specialises in family migration, settlement, and citizenship applications, providing expert guidance through complex immigration pathways.
Tracey Grayson
Sponsor Licence Adviser
Since joining in 2018, Tracey has become an expert in sponsor licence issues, helping employers maintain compliance while receiving consistent client praise for her dedicated support.
Rachel Olley
Immigration Lawyer
Rachel advises on skilled worker, spouse, and citizenship applications, combining prior Immigration Advice Service experience with client-focused support since joining White Rose Visas in 2019.
Linzi Drummond
Immigration Lawyer
Specialising in settlement and citizenship applications since 2014, Linzi also supports sponsors with compliance while maintaining her focus on client-centred immigration solutions.
Questions
What is the Skilled Worker visa?
The Skilled Worker visa allows non-UK residents to work in approved skilled jobs with a licensed sponsor employer, replacing the previous Tier 2 system.
How do I qualify for UK Settlement?
Eligibility requires 5 years' continuous residence through work visas, family links, or long residence, plus English language proficiency and Life in the UK test.
Can I include family members in my visa application?
Most work and settlement visas allow inclusion of partners and children under 18 with appropriate documentation of relationship and support.
What are Sponsor Licence requirements?
Employers need Home Office approval, must pay appropriate salaries, maintain compliance records, and demonstrate genuine recruitment needs.
How long does the application process take?
Standard processing takes 2-12 weeks depending on visa type, with priority options available for urgent cases.
Reviews (7)
Joyce See
Jan 17, 2022
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Rachel and Lukas had been fantastic throughout my spouse visa extension process. I'll highly recommend them and I won't hesitant to use them in 2.5 years for my settlement visa once again. Thanks so much to you both :)
Bharghavi
Jan 16, 2022
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Very pleased with the service provided by Kim and Jack. Kim was very considerate and understanding right from the beginning and provided me with the much needed assurance and confidence in submitting the application. She is also very knowledgeable and well versed with Home Office regulations, making our Entry Clearance visa a very smooth process to get through. Would certainly recommend them for anyone! :)
Lucia Lafage
Jan 11, 2022
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Highly recommended! White Rose Visas has made the visa application process a breeze. Lauren and Jack were always available to answer any of my questions and they did a fantastic job putting together my application. Applying for a visa can be a confusing and stressful process, but having White Rose Visas advice and assistance made it quicker and stress-free. Thank you so very much for all your help!
S. K.
Jan 07, 2022
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I highly recommend White Rose Visas. Im beyond impressed with the service and guidance given on my ILR application. Once found them online, I approached White Rose Visas and the very next day I received email from Lauren with all the information and she answered all the questions I asked. In last ten years this was the very first time I was relaxed with my application process. Living in London I never visited them everything was dealt over the phone and emails. Lauren and Nicole know what they were doing, everything was on right track.They were just a call and an email away to answer the questions
Hazels Couture
Jan 06, 2022
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I'm just astonished by their services render. If they could be this wonderful without hiring their services for pay then I wonder the clients. It could only be awesome. Giving listening ears and ultimate advice on application. Thank you so much White Rose Visas teams.
Linn Takacs
Jan 05, 2022
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Rachel at White Rose Visas was incredibly helpful and invaluable in helping me apply for my British citizenship. Her guidance was prompt, professional and easy to follow. Fees were also very reasonable. I recommend White Rose Visas to anyone who needs help with applying for British Citizenship or any form of UK immigration case.
Abuabkr Abdalla
Dec 27, 2021
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Would definitely recommend white rose visas for visa application services, they are very kind, helpful and professional. They helped me with renewal of my skilled work visa as I was completely lost in the process but they made everything clear and easy. I would like to thank Lauren for her help and support. Highly recommended
