🟢 Standard CoS Request
Cost: Free
Processing time: Up to 8 weeks by the Home Office
Best for: When you have time and aren’t in a rush to hire
🔴 Priority CoS Request
Cost: £200 per request (this fee covers the whole request, not each individual CoS)
Processing time: Up to 10 working days by the Home Office
Best for: Urgent hires when you need the CoS processed faster
📌 Important Things to Know
There is no Priority option for Defined CoS requests (these are for candidates applying from outside the UK).
Once a CoS request has been submitted, it cannot be changed to priority service. You will need to make sure that priority service is requested before the submission.
The Home Office often asks for more information before making a decision, so:
Make sure you include at least one named individual in your CoS request (the more named people, the better!). This can be for new hires or re-sponsoring current employees whose visas are expiring soon.
Provide all requested additional information clearly in the platform to avoid delays.
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