Guidance

Bulk data transfer for sponsors: frequently asked questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about bulk data transfers between sponsors' IT systems and the sponsorship management system (SMS).

• From: UK Visas and Immigration
• Published: 1 July 2013
• Last updated: 14 March 2021 — See all updates

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Bulk data transfer toolkit: frequently asked questions valid from March 2021

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This is part of the bulk data transfer toolkit for licensed sponsors that are using the sponsorship management system (SMS).

It contains answers to technical questions about bulk data transfer, a method of sending information directly from a licensed sponsor’s IT system to the SMS.

Published 1 July 2013

Last updated 14 March 2021 + show all updates

1. 14 March 2021

   FAQ document updated due to launch of Graduate route in 2021.

2. 8 December 2015

   Updated document for use on or after 12 November 2015.

3. 1 October 2014

   Updated frequently asked questions.

4. 4 September 2014

   Updated guidance.

5. 1 July 2013

   First published.