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Applying for ILR as a Dependant of a Skilled Worker

We answer some of the questions that are most frequently asked when applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a dependent partner or a dependent child of a Skilled Worker. 

Client Success: UK Visit Visa Granted for Elderly Parent from Iran

Our client, an elderly widow from Iran, wished to travel to the UK to visit her daughter and young grandchild. Following the passing of her husband, she hoped to spend time with her family and enjoy a short holiday in the UK.

Skilled Worker Dependent Visa Application Guide

The UK Skilled Worker route is for skilled professionals with a job offer in an eligible role from a licensed UK sponsor to work in the UK. Dependents of Skilled Workers can apply for permission to join or accompany the Skilled Worker.

The Pre-Action Protocol in Immigration Judicial Review

Challenging a Home Office decision can be daunting and legally complex. Central to the process is the Pre-Action Protocol, guidelines designed to ensure fairness and transparency before progressing to a judicial review.

Major Changes to Business Immigration Routes

On 14 October 2025, the UK Government announced a significant number of immigration reforms to reflect its broader policy objectives of ensuring the immigration system supports productivity, innovation, and labour market integrity.

Personal Immigration Update: October 2025 Immigration Rule Changes

On 14 October 2025, the Home Office published a Statement of Changes to the UK Immigration Rules, introducing a number of important amendments across several immigration categories. A written ministerial statement was also laid before Parliament.

Introduction of Part Suitability to the Immigration Rules

On 14 October 2025, the Home Office published a wide-ranging Statement of Changes which, among other changes, deletes Part 9 (Grounds for Refusal) and inserts a new Part Suitability into the Immigration Rules.

UK Ancestry Visa: Conditions of Stay

If you are granted entry clearance or permission to stay under the UK Ancestry Visa, there are a number of conditions you must comply with whilst in the UK.

UK Immigration Salary List 2025

On 4 December 2023, the Home Secretary announced several changes to the immigration system related to the Skilled Worker route. Amongst these changes, it was announced that, from April 2024, the Shortage Occupation...

Visit Visas - Avoiding Refusal for Not Showing a ‘Genuine Intention to Visit’

It is a requirement for leave to enter the UK as a visitor that the applicant has a genuine intention to visit.  A very common reason for refusal of a visit visa application is the Home Office not being satisfied that the intention is  genuine. 

Client Success: UK Healthcare Consultancy Approved for Self-Sponsorship Sponsor Licence

A healthcare consultancy has successfully secured a Sponsor Licence through self-sponsorship, allowing it to establish UK operations under the leadership of its founder.

How to Appeal an Adult Dependent Relative Visa Refusal

The Adult Dependent Relative visa is a visa category designed for British people, settled people or those with refugee leave, humanitarian protection status, or limited leave under Appendix EU to bring family members in need of care to the UK.