Immigration Act 2014: Primary legislation governing immigration control and enforcement in the UK, including employment of foreign nationals
Immigration Act 2016: Updates to immigration law including illegal working provisions and enforcement
Immigration Rules: Detailed rules and requirements for different visa categories, regularly updated by the Home Office
UKVI Guidance: Official guidance from UK Visas and Immigration on specific requirements for employment documentation
Employment Rights Act 1996: Core employment legislation defining basic employment rights and obligations in England and Wales
Equality Act 2010: Legislation protecting against discrimination in employment and ensuring equal treatment
National Minimum Wage Act 1998: Legislation ensuring compliance with minimum salary requirements
GDPR: European Union regulation on data protection and privacy, affecting how employee information is handled
Data Protection Act 2018: UK's implementation of GDPR, governing how personal data must be handled
Sponsor License Requirements: Specific obligations for employers holding a sponsor license to employ foreign workers
SOC Codes: Standard Occupational Classification codes that must match job descriptions for visa purposes
Document Format Requirements: Specific requirements for letter format including company letterhead, authorized signature, and dating
Salary Thresholds: Minimum salary requirements specific to different visa categories that must be evidenced in the letter
Working Hours Compliance: Requirements regarding specified working hours and compliance with UK working time regulations
