Post-Arrival Compliance: The 2026 Checklist

Securing the visa is only half the battle. In 2026, Recruitroo ensures that your organisation stays "audit-ready" with a comprehensive post-arrival compliance framework for every global hire.

The 2026 regulatory environment in the UK and Ireland is more rigorous than ever. Home Office and ISD audits have become more frequent, and the penalties for "administrative negligence" have skyrocketed. For an employer, compliance is a continuous duty, not a one-time event. Once your international hire lands and starts work, a new set of clocks begins to tick. From Right to Work (RTW) verifications to reporting changes in circumstances, the potential for error is vast. At Recruitroo, we provide the automated safeguards and expert checklists that keep your sponsor licence safe and your operations uninterrupted. We turn "compliance anxiety" into a streamlined, background process.

The first 10 days post-arrival are critical. In the UK, you must perform a final "Right to Work" check using the Home Office online service before the employee’s first hour of work. In Ireland, the employee must register with the Garda National Immigration Bureau (GNIB) or ISD to obtain their IRP card. Failure to document these steps can lead to civil penalties of up to £60,000 per worker in the UK. Recruitroo’s platform tracks these deadlines automatically, prompting both the hire and the HR manager to complete the necessary steps. We ensure that every piece of evidence is timestamped and stored in a secure, audit-ready format. Compliance isn't about working harder; it's about working smarter.

Audit-Proofing Your HR Files

An audit can happen at any time, often with very little notice. In 2026, inspectors are looking for more than just a copy of a passport; they are looking for procedural integrity. They want to see that your company has a robust system for monitoring visa expiry dates and ensuring that no one is working outside their permit conditions. Recruitroo’s Compliance Dashboard provides a "Red-Amber-Green" view of your entire international workforce. It highlights upcoming expiry dates 6 months in advance, giving you ample time to prepare renewals. By digitising your compliance trail, you eliminate the risk of "missing files" or "human error" during a high-stakes inspection. With Recruitroo, you are always audit-ready.

Furthermore, compliance extends to salary thresholds. In 2026, the minimum salary requirements for the Skilled Worker and Critical Skills visas are adjusted annually. If an employee’s salary falls below the "going rate" due to an internal change, your licence could be at risk. Recruitroo integrates with your payroll data to provide automatic threshold monitoring, ensuring that you never accidentally breach your sponsorship obligations. We act as your "regulatory co-pilot," providing the peace of mind that allows you to scale your global team with confidence. In the age of digital immigration, precision is your best protection. Let Recruitroo handle the details so you can handle the growth.

The Gold Standard of Sponsorship

Maintaining a sponsor licence is a privilege, not a right. To keep it, you must demonstrate the highest standards of governance. Recruitroo is dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain that gold standard. We combine cutting-edge technology with deep legal expertise to provide a compliance solution that is both bulletproof and user-friendly. Don't let a paperwork error derail your global talent strategy. Partner with Recruitroo and ensure that your company remains a safe haven for global innovation. The future of work is compliant, and that future starts with Recruitroo.