Work Permit Criteria
The immigration system is changing and from November 2008 Work Permits are being replaced by a new Points Based migration system.
As part of this system, cricket clubs who wish to employ overseas players and coaches will need to obtain a Sponsor License from the Home Office.
The ECB is currently working with the Home Office to finalise the mechanics of how this system will apply to cricket, and to finalise the criteria which will apply to clubs wishing to obtain sponsor licenses and to the individuals they wish to bring into the country.
These details will be published on the ECB website as soon as they have been finalised and approved.
For general information about the new Points Based System and the requirements for sponsors and migrants, please contact the Home Office or visit their website at www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk
Other useful information:
- First Class Regulations and Playing Conditions 2008 - Regulations Governing the Qualification and Registration of Cricketers (78 KB)
- Non First Class Rules and Regulations 2008 - Generic Rules (73 KB)
- Overseas Coaching Qualifications for Work Permit Criteria (54 KB)
- Kolpak Ruling
- Working Holidaymaker Scheme route no longer open for overseas players
- Overseas Players Resident in England (27 KB)
