Prevention of Illegal Working in the Construction Industry

The Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, requires that all employers conduct basic document checks on every person that they intend to employ. By undertaking the document checks, employers can be reassured that they are complying with their legal obligations and doing everything possible to employ only people who are allowed to work in the UK. ECA is here to help employers navigate the procedures they need to follow in these circumstances.

Useful information
Under the Points‐Based Immigration System, most workers from outside the UK in construction are ‘skilled workers’ and require a Skilled Worker visa to work in an eligible occupation. Build UK has updated its flowchart providing an overview of the process of employing a worker from outside the UK, as well as its detailed guidance on How to Get a Sponsor Licence and How to Get a Skilled Worker Visa.