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Client Success: Overcoming Travel Disruptions to Secure a Global Talent Visa

Supporting clients through complex and time-sensitive immigration matters requires swift action, practical advice, and expert guidance. This recent case, in which our client was represented by Immigration Barrister...

Compliance Visits: Tips on Preparing For Home Office Inspections

A Home Office compliance visit is a visit by the Home Office either to carry out checks prior to making a decision on your sponsor licence application or an inspection to continue to monitor your compliance during the validity of your sponsor licence. 

What Visa Do I Need To Get Married in the UK?

If you currently reside outside of the UK and wish to marry or enter into a civil partnership in the UK, there are two main routes available: a Marriage or Civil Partner Visit visa or a Fiancé visa. 

Partner Visa Financial Requirement: Savings, Investments and Pensions

For individuals applying under Appendix FM to enter or remain in the UK on the basis of their family life as the spouse or partner of a British citizen or settled person, meeting the UK spouse or partner visa financial requirement is essential.  

Making a UK Spouse Visa Application: 10 FAQs

The UK Spouse Visa route allows married partners of British citizens and those settled in the UK to live together in the UK. It is also open...

What is a Genuine and Subsisting Relationship?

If you are a spouse wishing to join your British or settled partner in the UK, understanding the evidence required for relationship requirements is essential.

Exceptional Circumstances in Appendix FM Family Visa Applications

Appendix FM to the Immigration Rules outlines the main rules for immigration applications based on family life, including settlement routes for Partners and Parents.

Client Success: Global Talent ILR for Data Scientist with Covid Related Absences

Case Overview: Securing ILR for a Global Talent Visa Holder  At Richmond Chambers, we recently assisted a skilled data scientist in securing Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK after five years of continuous...

Third Party Support in Appendix FM Applications

For those applying for entry clearance or leave to remain in the UK as a partner under Appendix FM, strict financial requirements must be met to qualify.

Client Success: Global Talent Endorsement for Visual Effects Expert

At Richmond Chambers, we take pride in helping talented professionals navigate the complexities of immigration law. A recent case highlights the expertise and dedication of Barrister Partner Gillian McCall, who successfully assisted our client in...

UK eVisa Rollout: Key Updates and Guidance

A UK eVisa is a secure digital record of a person’s immigration status, replacing physical documents like BRPs and showing visa type, duration, and conditions such as work or study rights.

Good Character Guidance for British Citizenship: 2025 Updates

The Home Office’s new good character guidance for British citizenship, published in February 2025, has faced controversy, legal challenges, and uncertainty over promised changes.