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Meeting the Spouse Visa Financial Requirement as a Director of a Limited Company

In July 2012, following on from the report from the Migration Advisory Committee, a minimum income threshold was introduced in respect of sponsorship under the family migration route as set out within Appendix...

Immigration Bail and Switching In-Country After Kaur: Why Immigration Bail Blocks In-Country Applications

On 20 November 2025, the Court of Appeal handed down its judgment in R (Kaur & Ors) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] EWCA Civ 1474, which has significant implications for those with pending Administrative Reviews in...

Can A Skilled Worker Delay Their Work Start Date?

Moving to a different country for a new job is very exciting but also requires a lot of planning and organisation. No matter how organised you are, experience shows that things do not always go according to plan.

AI Immigration Routes: Global Talent and Tech Nation Endorsement

The previous article in this series discussed the Innovator Founder visa route and some important things to keep in mind if you are considering applying...

What is the UK Skilled Worker Salary Requirement?

The UK Skilled worker visa is for those who have received an offer of a skilled job from a licensed sponsor in the UK. Among other eligibility...

Section 3C Leave Under the Immigration Act 1971

What is section 3C leave? When does section 3C leave apply? Does section 3C extend leave to remain in the UK? When and how does section 3C leave end? Can section 3C leave be cancelled?...

The UK Family Visa Accommodation Requirement

When applying for entry clearance, leave to remain or settlement under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules to join a partner, parent, dependant child, or as an adult dependant relative in the UK, applicants must satisfy an accommodation requirement. 

Sponsor Duties: A Guide to Record Keeping and Compliance

Navigating the intricacies of sponsorship obligations can be a daunting task for businesses and organisations alike. Among the myriad of responsibilities, one...

UK Immigration Rule Changes (March 2026): Impact on Business Visas

On 5th March 2026, in what was an extremely busy day, the Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, laid before Parliament her Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules HC 1691, introducing a series of amendments affecting several immigration routes.

Adult Dependent Relative Visa: Medical Evidence

The requirements for an Adult Dependent Relative (ADR) visa are set out in Appendix Adult Dependent Relative to the Immigration Rules. In this...

Who is a ‘Partner’ in Appendix FM?

Appendix FM to the Immigration Rules allows British Citizens and settled persons to bring their ‘partner’ to join them in the UK. A ‘partner’ is defined as the applicant’s spouse, civil partner, fiancé(e),...

How to Apply for a Long-Term UK Visitor Visa

When submitting an application for a Standard Visitor visa, applicants are able to indicate the desired length of the visa. Ordinarily, the Standard Visitor visa is chosen by individuals wishing to visit the United Kingdom...