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Applying for ILR as a Dependant on Business Routes

If your partner or parent is in the UK on a business/work route and you have accompanied them as a dependant, you may be eligible to apply to ‘settle’ in the UK, also known as obtaining indefinite leave to...

Supreme Court Rwanda Judgment: Government's Rwanda Policy Is Unlawful

In a unanimous decision by Lord Reed and Lord Lloyd-Jones, with whom Lord Hodge, Lord Briggs and Lord Sales agreed, the Supreme Court has declared the government’s Rwanda policy unlawful. In this post, I...

How An Immigration Audit Can Safeguard Your Sponsor Licence

When you first apply for a sponsor licence, you will need to show that you are capable of meeting your sponsor duties. Once you have been granted a sponsor licence, you will need to make sure that you are continuing...

Update on Returning Resident Visa Rules (October 2023)

In September 2022, we presented a comprehensive guide on the ‘UK Returning Resident Visa’ in two parts, Part 1 and Part 2. These posts shed light on the intricacies of returning to the UK for those whose...

High Potential Individual Visa Global Universities List 2023 Revealed

The United Kingdom has long been a hub for international students seeking to broaden their horizons. With its rich academic tradition and a diverse cultural landscape, it’s no wonder that many recent graduates...

Indefinite Leave to Remain vs. British Citizenship Explained

In this post, we discuss the similarities and differences between Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and Naturalisation as a British Citizen. Understanding these two paths to residency and citizenship is crucial for...

Ireland-UK Travel: Common Travel Area (CTA) and Deemed Leave

This post explains what the Common Travel Area (CTA) and the related concept of “deemed leave” are in UK immigration law. In particular, it sets out who is entitled to deemed leave, the length of deemed leave...

An Employer's Guide to Immigration Civil Penalty Notices

Navigating the complexities of immigration law can be a daunting task, especially for employers in the United Kingdom. Under the Immigration Act of 2016, employers can face civil penalties if they are found...

Higher Civil Penalties for Renting to Undocumented Tenants Revealed

In the continuation of the hostile environment, the Home Secretary announced that there would be a notable increase in the fines issued to those with the responsibility for checking that individuals have the right...

Applying Begum Principles to Non-National Security Deprivation Appeals

In its OPEN Judgment in D5, D6 & D7 v Secretary of State for the Home Department (Deprivation/exclusion – Substantive) SC/176/2020, SC/177/2020 & SC/178/2020, the Special Immigration Appeals Commission (SIAC),...

A Step-by-Step Guide to Sponsor Licence Renewal

When a sponsor licence application is granted, it is usually valid for four years. The sponsor normally receives a first renewal reminder 120 calendar days before the expiry date with subsequent reminders. A final...

Switching from a Fiance Visa to a Spouse Visa

The UK Fiance Visa does not lead directly to settlement in the UK. However, once you have married in the UK you will be able to apply for and switch to a UK Spouse Visa before your current leave in the UK expires....