Rejected petition introduce a verification system for UK Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS)

Create an official online CoS verification portal managed by the UK Home Office.
Allow applicants to verify CoS reference numbers in real time.

Include QR-code or digital signature authentication on all issued CoS documents.

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Charging illegal recruitment fees

Issuing fake CoS reference numbers

Fabricating job offers from non-existent sponsors

Using cancelled or invalid sponsor licence details

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Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) are verified electronically by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) through the Sponsorship Management System (SMS) when a worker applies for a visa, using a unique 11-digit number starting with 'C'.

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Date submitted 22 February 2026
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