The below data shows the number of Home Office-approved employer sponsors, according to visa route, as listed on the Home Office’s register of licenced sponsors on the specified date. As at 14 September 2026, Skilled Worker sponsors account for the majority of employers (over 86,02%). 7,29% of sponsors have a Global Business Mobility-Senior or Specialist Worker licence, and the remaining 15 work routes account for the remaining 6.69%.