Common Right to Work Check Mistakes That Could Lead to Civil Penalties

Why Right to Work Checks Matter More Than Ever in 2025

If you're responsible for hiring people in the UK, whether in HR, operations, or running the business yourself, right to work checks are probably one of those tasks you know must be done, but you rarely feel confident about. And that’s understandable.

The rules keep changing. Some staff have digital immigration status. Others bring in documents you've never seen before. You're told to check them, store them, and keep records, but rarely get proper training on what "right" really means.

Here’s the uncomfortable truth: if your business hires someone who doesn’t have the right to work in the UK, and you didn’t check properly, you could face a civil penalty of up to £60,000 per illegal worker. That’s not just a fine, it’s a reputational and operational headache that could put your business at risk.

The Financial and Reputational Risks of Getting UK Right to Work Checks Wrong

The Home Office has ramped up enforcement in 2025, particularly for employers with a Home Office sponsor licence or hiring overseas talent. But even if you're not sponsoring anyone, your duty to prevent illegal working still applies.

Civil penalties come with more than just a fine:

  • Your business could be named and shamed on a public Home Office list.
  • You may lose your sponsor licence if you have one.
  • Future hiring could be disrupted while you’re under investigation.
  • You’ll spend time dealing with audits, legal advice, and damage control.  Time you can’t afford to lose.

Right to work checks are your first line of defence. But they only count if they’re done properly.


Who’s Responsible for Right to Work Checks in Your Business?

It’s easy to assume this sits with HR. However, the legal responsibility applies to the employer, not just the department. That means:

  • If you’re a line manager hiring a contractor, you may be responsible.
  • If you’re a director or owner, you’re ultimately liable.
  • Your “statutory excuse” could fall apart if staff members do checks without training.

You can delegate the task (not to third parties) but not the risk. That’s why it’s so important to get it right consistently, across your business.


Common Mistake #1: Relying on Manual Checks Without Knowing the Current Rules

Some employees will still present passports, visas, or other documents. Others will direct you to their online immigration status by providing a share code to their eVisa.

But you can't just pick one method and apply it to everyone.

Here’s where it goes wrong:

  • Employers use a manual check when a digital check was required.
  • Employers don’t correctly record what was checked and when.
  • The wrong documents are accepted, and the error isn’t spotted until too late.

If someone has digital status or an eVisa, you need to use the Home Office online checking service and capture a copy of the confirmation page. A manual check won't protect you.

Common Mistake #2: Accepting Expired or Incorrect Documents

You might think you’re being helpful by overlooking a small expiry date or accepting a photo on someone’s phone. But the Home Office won’t see it that way.

Documents must be:

Outdated residence cards, expired visas, or copies don’t usually count. And just because something “looks official” doesn’t mean it’s right.

Common Mistake #3: Not Following the Digital or Statutory Excuse Process Properly

The phrase “statutory excuse” refers to your legal protection; if you’ve followed the correct UK right to work process, you can avoid penalties even if the employee turns out not to have the right to work in the UK.

But there’s a catch: you only get that protection if the check was done properly.

That means:

  • If using the online service, you must do the check before the employee starts work
  • You must record the date the check was done.
  • You must retain a clear record, such as the PDF from the online service or a scanned copy of the documents.

Even a small administrative error, like missing a date or losing a file, can result in losing your statutory excuse.


Common Mistake #4: Overlooking Repeat Checks for Time-Limited Visas

Someone starts on a Skilled Worker visa. You complete a right to work check. All sorted?

Not quite.

If their visa has an expiry date, you're required to:

  • Record and track the expiry
  • Repeat the check at the correct time (usually once the visa has been extended)

This is one of the most overlooked responsibilities in sponsor licence compliance, and a common reason for Home Office penalties. Having a diary system and/or automated reminders in place can help you stay on top of it.

Common Mistake #6: Failing to Keep Clear, Secure Records

Even if your checks were perfect at the time, if you can't prove it later, it doesn’t count.

Your records must be:

  • Legible (no fuzzy photos or screenshots)
  • Securely stored
  • Usually accessible for at least 2 years after the employee leaves

Paper files are risky if not backed up. And storing files across inboxes, teams chats, and shared drives makes audits a nightmare. One lost file can be a £60,000 penalty waiting to happen.


Common Mistake #7: Confusion Around EU, EEA, Swiss and Irish Citizens

Even now, years after Brexit, confusion lingers.

Here’s the quick version for NEW hires:

  • Irish citizens can prove right to work with just their passport. They have the same working rights as a British citizen
  • EU, EEA and Swiss citizens may need to show digital status under the EU Settlement Scheme or other visas (like a Skilled Worker visa)
  • You can’t rely on an EU ID card unless it’s backed by status under a relevant scheme.

What matters isn’t nationality, it’s immigration status. That’s where the check should focus.

What the Home Office Looks for During a Compliance Visit

If the Home Office visits your site, with notice or without, they’re not just checking the last person you hired. They’ll likely review your:

  • Recruitment process
  • Document storage system
  • Visa monitoring process
  • Internal right to work policy (if you have one)

They may also ask employees how they were onboarded, or request evidence of checks from several years ago.

It’s a detailed review you need to be ready for.


The Reality of Civil Penalties in 2025: What You Could Be Facing

Civil penalties aren’t theoretical. In the last 12 months, we’ve seen small businesses, charities, and even schools fined heavily.

You could be looking at:

  • Up to £60,000 per illegal worker
  • Loss of a sponsor licence
  • Frozen hiring while under review
  • Media coverage leading to reputational damage
  • Legal costs to appeal a decision

All from a check that took less than five minutes, but was done the wrong way.


How Immtell Helps You Stay Compliant Without the Stress

At Immtell, we help businesses of all sizes get this right, from fast-growing startups to long-established firms.

We offer:

  • Mock immigration audits to test your process before the Home Office does
  • Staff training, including a recorded course you can replay anytime
  • Downloadable checklists and templates to follow the correct process
  • Full support with sponsor licence compliance and visa right to work rules

Whether you need a one-off health check or a complete compliance package, we’ll guide you through it, without overcomplicating it.

Our Compliance Confidence Compass package starts from £995 + VAT and includes a remote audit, training, a risk report, and supporting materials.

Download Our Free Home Office Audit Checklist

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Final Thoughts: Protecting Your Business Starts With Getting This Right

Right to work checks aren’t paperwork. They’re a legal obligation, and one that’s under more scrutiny than ever before.

If you're worried something has been missed or you’ve had a few “grey area” hires, now is the time to act.

Fixing it now is far cheaper than defending it later.

If you need help, Immtell is ready to help. We’re regulated, experienced, and ready to simplify immigration compliance without hiring an entire legal team.

Unsure if your right to work checks would hold up in an audit?

Speak to Immtell today. We’ll review your process, flag the risks, and help you fix them before the Home Office gets involved.

Further Reading

Avoid UK Illegal Working Penalties: Right to Work Compliance 2025

Protect Your Business from Fines and Reputational Damage with Proactive UK Right to Work Compliance Strategies

Right to Work Guidance: Supplementary Employment, Students

Updated Right to Work Guidance for Employers: Supplementary Employment and Students

Guide to Right to Work Checks in 2025

Navigating UK Right-to-Work Rules: Essential Guidance for UK Employers in 2025

Prepare for a Home Office Immigration Compliance Audit

Be Audit-Ready: Guidance for Navigating Home Office Compliance Audits

What Happens During a Home Office Compliance Audit?

What to expect during a Home Office Compliance Audit

How to Respond When Your Home Office Sponsor Licence is Revoked

Has Your Home Office Sponsor Licence Been Revoked? Don't Panic!

Home Office Sponsor Licence Holders: Reporting Duties

A Guide to Complying with Home Office Sponsor Duties for Employers

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MedTech

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I don't have words...

I don't have words to thank Gavin and his team. I have been struggling to get my priority slot for past one month. But Gavin made it happen in just one day. It completely feels like magic come live. Thanks a lot Immtell team for your help. Do the same and fantastic work in future. All the best.

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David Lin

We were struggling to get approval on our CoS requests until we started working with Gavin and Immtell. They helped us frame the justification clearly and get things over the line quickly. Gavin's understanding of Home Office expectations is second to none.

Engineering & Robotics

It’s been a game changer

"We needed help to build a team, Immtell helped us understand what we could and should do to recruit from overseas. It’s been a game changer for our property company.”

Richard Lee, Property Management

Adanna Okafor

Immtell supported us through our sponsor licence application at a time when we urgently needed to recruit care staff from overseas. The advice was practical, clear, and always tailored to our sector. Thanks to their help, we were able to bring in our first international recruits and continue growing our care team.

Domiciliary Care

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Thanks to Immtell, we now sponsor several international teachers across our network. They made a complex regulatory process easy to understand and implement. Highly recommended for the education sector.

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We’re a boutique firm that needed expert advice on sponsoring overseas legal professionals. Immtell’s support was invaluable, and their training helped us build confidence internally to manage our responsibilities.

Legal

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Gavin has been truly amazing in assisting me with my priority cos slots. I have been trying for more than 3 weeks to get one but couldn’t. Gavin helped me get it in very first attempt. It was lovely working with him. Definitely would recommend him if you want a smooth and fast service.

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Our sponsor licence audit with Immtell was a wake-up call. Gavin and the team helped us address gaps and gave us practical advice. We now feel completely confident if the Home Office were to knock on the door.

Renewable Energy

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We approached Immtell to help us secure a sponsor licence as we scaled our research team. Their insight and clear guidance made a complex process feel straightforward. Within weeks, we had our licence and were ready to hire globally.

Life Sciences

Salma Bibi

The sponsor duties training delivered by Gavin at Immtell was engaging, practical and tailored to our team. It gave us peace of mind and helped us tighten up our internal checks.

MedTech

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We didn’t know where to begin with sponsoring overseas talent. Immtell guided us from sponsorship licence application through to onboarding our first international UX designer. Their advice was always clear, timely and spot on.

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I don't have words...

I don't have words to thank Gavin and his team. I have been struggling to get my priority slot for past one month. But Gavin made it happen in just one day. It completely feels like magic come live. Thanks a lot Immtell team for your help. Do the same and fantastic work in future. All the best.

Anbu Arasan

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Gavin is AMAZING!

He showed up on time, he is extremely informed about the whole immigration process and provides valuable insights and provides a plethora of options for your specific case. Definitely would work with him again!

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David Lin

We were struggling to get approval on our CoS requests until we started working with Gavin and Immtell. They helped us frame the justification clearly and get things over the line quickly. Gavin's understanding of Home Office expectations is second to none.

Engineering & Robotics

It’s been a game changer

"We needed help to build a team, Immtell helped us understand what we could and should do to recruit from overseas. It’s been a game changer for our property company.”

Richard Lee, Property Management

Adanna Okafor

Immtell supported us through our sponsor licence application at a time when we urgently needed to recruit care staff from overseas. The advice was practical, clear, and always tailored to our sector. Thanks to their help, we were able to bring in our first international recruits and continue growing our care team.

Domiciliary Care

Marcus Wright

We took advantage of Immtell’s remote compliance check and were blown away by the detail. The resulting report highlighted issues we hadn’t even considered and gave us the tools to fix them before they became problems

Architecture & Design

Rajiv Patel

Immtell took the stress out of sponsoring our new data scientist from India. From requesting our defined CoS to visa approval, every step was handled with professionalism and speed. A brilliant partner for any sponsor.

Financial Services

Turnaround incredibly quick!

We recently used Gavin's services for our business and he was fantastic, the turnaround was incredibly quick, and he was more than helpful throughout. Would absolutely recommend.

Hannah

Olivia Hart

Thanks to Immtell, we now sponsor several international teachers across our network. They made a complex regulatory process easy to understand and implement. Highly recommended for the education sector.

Education

Natalia Petrova

We’re a boutique firm that needed expert advice on sponsoring overseas legal professionals. Immtell’s support was invaluable, and their training helped us build confidence internally to manage our responsibilities.

Legal

Smooth & Fast Service

Gavin has been truly amazing in assisting me with my priority cos slots. I have been trying for more than 3 weeks to get one but couldn’t. Gavin helped me get it in very first attempt. It was lovely working with him. Definitely would recommend him if you want a smooth and fast service.

Damini Naidu

Louise Garner

Our sponsor licence audit with Immtell was a wake-up call. Gavin and the team helped us address gaps and gave us practical advice. We now feel completely confident if the Home Office were to knock on the door.

Renewable Energy

Claire Thompson

We approached Immtell to help us secure a sponsor licence as we scaled our research team. Their insight and clear guidance made a complex process feel straightforward. Within weeks, we had our licence and were ready to hire globally.

Life Sciences

Salma Bibi

The sponsor duties training delivered by Gavin at Immtell was engaging, practical and tailored to our team. It gave us peace of mind and helped us tighten up our internal checks.

MedTech

Matt O’Connell

We didn’t know where to begin with sponsoring overseas talent. Immtell guided us from sponsorship licence application through to onboarding our first international UX designer. Their advice was always clear, timely and spot on.

Creative/Digital

I don't have words...

I don't have words to thank Gavin and his team. I have been struggling to get my priority slot for past one month. But Gavin made it happen in just one day. It completely feels like magic come live. Thanks a lot Immtell team for your help. Do the same and fantastic work in future. All the best.

Anbu Arasan

James Flint

We’ve used Immtell for several Skilled Worker visa renewals. They’re proactive, responsive and never miss a detail. A reliable extension of our HR team.

Transport & Logistics

Gavin is AMAZING!

He showed up on time, he is extremely informed about the whole immigration process and provides valuable insights and provides a plethora of options for your specific case. Definitely would work with him again!

Alicia Cedron

David Lin

We were struggling to get approval on our CoS requests until we started working with Gavin and Immtell. They helped us frame the justification clearly and get things over the line quickly. Gavin's understanding of Home Office expectations is second to none.

Engineering & Robotics

It’s been a game changer

"We needed help to build a team, Immtell helped us understand what we could and should do to recruit from overseas. It’s been a game changer for our property company.”

Richard Lee, Property Management

Adanna Okafor

Immtell supported us through our sponsor licence application at a time when we urgently needed to recruit care staff from overseas. The advice was practical, clear, and always tailored to our sector. Thanks to their help, we were able to bring in our first international recruits and continue growing our care team.

Domiciliary Care

Marcus Wright

We took advantage of Immtell’s remote compliance check and were blown away by the detail. The resulting report highlighted issues we hadn’t even considered and gave us the tools to fix them before they became problems

Architecture & Design

Rajiv Patel

Immtell took the stress out of sponsoring our new data scientist from India. From requesting our defined CoS to visa approval, every step was handled with professionalism and speed. A brilliant partner for any sponsor.

Financial Services

Turnaround incredibly quick!

We recently used Gavin's services for our business and he was fantastic, the turnaround was incredibly quick, and he was more than helpful throughout. Would absolutely recommend.

Hannah

Olivia Hart

Thanks to Immtell, we now sponsor several international teachers across our network. They made a complex regulatory process easy to understand and implement. Highly recommended for the education sector.

Education