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Proving Strong Ties in Returning Resident Visa Applications

In This Article 1. Understanding the ‘Strong Ties’ Requirement for Returning Resident Visas 2. What Counts as ‘Strong Ties to the UK’? 3. Demonstrating Family Ties to the UK for a Returning Resident...

Updated British Citizenship Criminality Good Character Guidance

In This Article 1. The Good Character Requirement in British Nationality Law 2. Assessing Good Character in British Citizenship Applications 3. Home Office Guidance on Good Character and Non-Disclosure 4. Government...

A Guide to British Citizenship Priority Treatment Requests

In This Article 1. Understanding British Citizenship Priority Requests 2. What Are Priority Treatment Requests for UK Citizenship? 3. When Are British Citizenship Priority Requests Appropriate? 4. Key...

Travelling With an eVisa: Steps to Follow

In This Article 1. Understanding eVisas and International Travel 2. Ensure Your UKVI Account and eVisa Details Are Up to Date Before Travel 3. Booking Flights and Transport with an eVisa 4. Documents Required...

Client Success: Overcoming Tax Challenges to Secure British Citizenship

At Richmond Chambers, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal support to our clients, especially when navigating the complexities of immigration law. A recent success highlights the diligence and expertise...

Continuous Residence: Calculating Absences for ILR Applications

In This Article 1. Continuous Residence for ILR Applications 2. ILR Continuous Residence: Key Rules and Eligibility Criteria 3. How to Track and Calculate Your UK Absences for ILR 4. ILR Absence Rules: How...

Family From Gaza Settle In UK Following Ukraine Scheme Application: A Legal Loophole?

In This Article 1. Introduction: A Tribunal Decision at the Centre of Political Debate 2. The Appellants’ Background and Entry Clearance Application 3. Home Office Refusal: No Resettlement Route for Palestinians 4....

Streamlined Asylum Process for Children: Eligibility & Key Updates

In This Article 1. Overview of the Streamlined Asylum Process for Children 2. Eligibility Criteria Under the Streamlined Asylum Process 3. Streamlined Asylum Process: Key Differences for High-Grant Rate Countries 4....

Multiple Nationality and Multiple Citizenship (Including Dual Nationality and Dual Citizenship)

In This Article 1. Multiple Nationality and Citizenship: What You Need to Know 2. Understanding Multiple Nationality and Citizenship 3. Exceptions to Multiple Nationality and Citizenship 4. Implications of Multiple...

Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Requirement for European Visitors to the UK from 2 April 2025

In This Article 1. UK ETA Requirement for European Visitors 2. Who Needs an ETA? 3. How to Apply for an ETA 4. Validity and Multiple Entries 5. What Happens if an ETA is Refused? 6. Why is the UK...

Private Life Exception to Deportation: Domestic Framework Insights

In This Article 1. Introduction: The Private Life Exception to Deportation 2. Eligibility and Criteria  3. Lawful Residence Under the Private Life Exception: Meeting the First Requirement 4. Key Factors in Assessing...

Domestic Deportation Framework: Key Provisions & Considerations

In This Article 1. Understanding the Domestic Deportation Framework: An Overview 2. Deportation Under the Immigration Act 1971: Exemptions and Conditions 3. The Evolution of Deportation Law: From Discretion to Duty 4....