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Skilled Worker Route Sponsorship Costs: A Comprehensive Guide for UK Companies

In This Article 1. Skilled Workers in the UK: Understanding the Costs of Sponsoring 2. Sponsor Licence Fees 3. Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) Fees 4. Immigration Skills Charge 5. Priority Fees 6. Visa Application...

Family Visa Income Requirement: Analysis of the Parliamentary Debate

In This Article 1. Understanding Petition Debates: How MPs Discuss Public Concerns 2. Parliament Debates Family Visa Income Rule 3. Previous Conservative Government’s Stance on the Minimum Income Requirement 4....

Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence: New Rules on Pay and Fees

In This Article 1. Salary Deductions and Investments by Sponsored Workers 2. Further Clarification on Salary Deductions in Sponsor Guidance 3. Call for Examples and Clarification on “Related Organisations” 4....

Global Talent Visa Route: Immigration Rule Updates April 2025

In This Article 1. New Consistency Measures Across Global Talent Visa Routes 2. Updated Guidance for Arts and Culture Global Talent Applications 3. Updated Evidence Requirements for Architecture Applicants on Global...

Client Success: Global Talent Research Endorsement Secured for a US Academic

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

Parent of a Child Visa: Settlement Eligibility and Requirements

In This Article 1. Overview of the Parent of a Child Visa and Settlement (ILR) Eligibility 2. Parental Relationship Requirement for ILR 3. Sole Responsibility Requirement for Settlement 4. Demonstrating Direct Access...

What’s the Difference Between an ETA and an ETIAS?

In This Article 1. UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA): What You Need to Know 2. ETIAS: The EU’s New Travel Authorisation System Explained 3. ETA vs ETIAS: Key Differences and What They Mean for Travellers 4....

Visiting the UK From Europe? EU, EEA and Swiss Nationals Now Need a UK ETA 

In This Article 1. What Is the UK ETA and Who Needs One? 2. The UK’s Shift to Pre-Travel Authorisation 3. When Should You Apply for a UK ETA? 4. How to Apply for an ETA to Visit the UK 5. Duration and Validity...

Client Success: Global Talent Endorsement Secured for Digital Technology Entrepreneur

At Richmond Chambers, we are committed to guiding talented individuals through the complexities of immigration, helping them achieve their ambitions in the UK. In a recent case, Barrister Partner Gillian McCall...

Right to Work Checks: Essential 2025 Updates for Employers

In This Article 1. Right to Work Checks: 2025 Guidance Overview 2. Key Updates in the Right to Work Checks Guidance 3. Transition to eVisas: Decommissioning of Biometric Cards 4. Annex A Updated List of Acceptable...

Tier 1 Entrepreneur ILR: Genuine Entrepreneur Requirement

In This Article 1. Tier 1 Entrepreneur Settlement: Key Deadlines and Genuine Requirement Overview 2. Understanding the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Genuine Entrepreneur Requirement 3. Demonstrating Genuine Business Activity:...

UK Visa Application Fees 2025: Important Changes and Updates

If you are applying for a UK visa from overseas, seeking to extend your stay in the UK, or pursuing indefinite leave to remain, it is important to be aware that payment of a Home Office UK visa application fee is...