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Good Character Guidance for British Citizenship: 2025 Updates

In This Article  1. Understanding the Home Office’s New Good Character Guidance 2. The Good Character Requirement in Law 3. Home Office Criteria for Good Character in Citizenship Applications 4. How Good Character...

ILR in the UK Based on Family Relationships

In This Article 1. ILR in the UK as the Partner, Spouse or Civil Partner of a British Citizen or Settled Person 2. Settled Status Under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) 3. Automatic Conversion of Pre-Settled Status...

UK Temporary Shortage List 2025: Guidance For Skilled Workers

1. Temporary Shortage List Overview On 12 May 2025, the government published an Immigration White Paper entitled ‘Restoring Control over the Immigration System’, which set out a collection of new changes to the UK Skilled...

Family Life in Adult Dependent Relative Visa Applications

Family life under Article 8 ECHR isn’t automatically presumed in ADR cases. This article explains how it’s assessed and what applicants must show.

Client Success: Skilled Worker Visa ILR via Self-Sponsorship

We regularly advise individuals navigating the complexities of UK business immigration, particularly where routes have closed or changed significantly. In this case study, we outline how immigration barrister Taya Sayekaya supported a client who had...

EUSS Changes July 2025: New 30-Month Rule for Settled Status

From 16 July 2025, applicants for Settled Status can rely on any 30 months of residence in the last 60 months, offering greater flexibility for those with gaps in residence.

Client Success: Global Talent Endorsement Secured for Exceptionally Talented Music Producer

We are committed to guiding our clients through challenging immigration journeys with confidence.  In a recent case, Barrister Partner Gillian McCall successfully assisted our client in securing endorsement...

How to Apply for a UK Visa From the USA: July 2025 Updates

In This Article 1. How to Apply for a UK Visa from the USA: 2025 Update 2. New UK Visa Biometric Process for US Applicants From 15 July 2025 3. VFS Global Visa Application Centre Locations and Services 4. Processing...

Adult Dependent Relative Visa: Proving Unavailability of Care

In This Article 1. Demonstrating Unavailability or Unaffordability of Care in ADR Visa Applications 2. Understanding the Legal Requirements: ADR 5.1 and ADR 5.2 3. How the Home Office Interprets ‘Required Level...

Are You Suitable for Family Settlement (ILR) in the UK? (Part 2)

In This Article 1. Understanding the Remaining Suitability Criteria for UK Family Settlement 2. Non-Compliance: A Ground for ILR Refusal 3. Exclusion From Asylum or Humanitarian Protection in ILR Applications 4....

Client Success: ILR Granted Despite Extensive Absences

Supporting individuals and families navigating complex immigration journeys is an important part of the service we offer. In a recent case, Immigration Barrister Dr. Catherine Taroni successfully secured Indefinite...

Satisfying the Appendix FM Partner Visa Financial Requirement Based on Employment Income (Part 2)

In This Article 1. Understanding Category B Employment Income Under Appendix FM 2. When Does Employment Income Fall under Category B? 3. Important Note on Combining Income Categories 4. Appendix FM Financial...