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Returning residents and the two year rule exception

For many migrants, achieving settlement, or indefinite leave to remain, can be one of the most expensive and time-consuming goals that any individual can strive to achieve.  So, once obtained, foreign nationals...

New members of Richmond Chambers LLP

We are pleased to announce that Alexis Slatter (formerly of Tooks Chambers) has joined Chambers.

NB (Pakistan) v. Secretary of State for the Home Department [2013] EWCA Civ 1280 – case summary

In what we believe is the first reported case concerning an application for leave to remain as a Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Migrant under the points-based system, in NB (Pakistan) v. Secretary of State for the Home...

Better rights for non-EU seasonal workers

The European Parliament and Council Presidency have agreed a new draft law that will give non-EU seasonal workers better working and living conditions, including a minimum wage and proper accommodation....

Richmond Chambers LLP joins UK Trade and Investment UK Advisory Network

At Richmond Chambers LLP, we are proud to announce that we have recently been approved by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) to join their UK Advisory Network. The UKTI works on an international scale to encourage...

New immigration opportunities for Islamic Investors

Yesterday, at the World Islamic Economic Forum, David Cameron announced new schemes to encourage investment from the Middle East and the flourishing Islamic investments market. The plans include a new Islamic...

Visa applications to be simplified for Chinese visitors

Measures to simplify the visa application process for visitors from China have been announced by the Government. A priority market The Government is focusing on China as a priority market for tourism and business,...

Meeting the financial requirement of Appendix FM through self-employment

For those applying for entry clearance or leave to remain in the UK as a partner under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules the applicant is required to satisfy a financial requirement. Appendix FM provides very...

New Immigration Rules for Afghan Citizens

Following the Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules HC628, a new category of leave to enter has been created with effect from 1 October...

Investigation into investment thresholds under the Tier 1 (Investor) route

The Government has asked the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to advise on whether the current investment limits required under the Tier 1 (Investor) route are appropriate to deliver significant economic benefits...

Immigration Bill laid in Parliament

The Home Office has introduced new legislation that will bring about significant changes to the UK immigration system. According to the Home Office, the Immigration Bill will stop migrants using public...

Government publishes response to civil penalty illegal working scheme

The Government's response to the public consultation on 'Strengthening and simplifying the civil penalty scheme to prevent illegal working' was published yesterday (10/10/13). Increased enforcement activity by...