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How to Vary an Existing Immigration Application
By Taya Sayekaya - Immigration Barrister

It is possible to vary an existing immigration application under the Immigration Rules, that is to submit another application whilst you already have an application pending. There are, however, certain complexities...

 associated with this.  The Home Office’s Guidance clarifies that the variation rules apply to both applications made under the Immigration Rules in and outside of the UK, however the variation rules...

Surrogacy, Adoption and Children’s Immigration Status
By Richmond Chambers -

People turn to surrogacy and/or adoption in the UK or overseas in order to start or expand their families. The immigration status of a child born through surrogacy or adoption will depend on a variety of factors...

 such as who their parents are and their nationality, where and when the child was born, where and when they were adopted, their type of adoption etc. This article will explore the immigration status of...

A Guide to Working in the UK on a Student Visa
By Thomas Hill - Immigration Barrister

The Home Office acknowledges that many students work during their studies in order to support themselves and/or to gain experience which may benefit their career after they graduate. However, it is also keen to...

 ensure that migrants do not use the student route purely to come and work in the UK. For this reason, student migrants are permitted to take on a limited amount of work, subject to stringent conditions. In...

Using Family Court Documents in the Immigration Tribunal
By Richmond Chambers -

Although often characterised by the Home Office as a largely administrative process, the reality of many immigration, asylum and nationality applications is that they incorporate diverse and complex legal and personal...

 issues, which must be properly addressed in order to meet the relevant requirements.  One common issue is the use of family court documents in immigration applications or appeals. Many people would...

Opinion: The Home Office’s EUSS Zambrano Guidance is Unlawful
By Alex Papasotiriou - Immigration Barrister

In the realm of immigration and residency, understanding the intricacies of legal guidance is paramount. On 14 December 2022, the Home Office released the 6th iteration of its guidance titled “EU Settlement...

 Scheme: person with a Zambrano right to reside.” This comprehensive guide was pivotal for caseworkers, shedding light on the assessment process for individuals seeking residency rights within the UK....

Latest UK Immigration Rules Changes Revealed
By Paul Richmond - Managing Partner

In its latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC1780), published on 7 September 2023, the Home Office announced various changes to a number of UK immigration routes.  In this post we highlight some...

 of the key changes to the Immigration Rules that applicants should be aware of, including: Removal of the right of Administrative Review for EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) refusals; Removal of NHS debt as a...

How Are Sponsor Licence Applications Assessed?
By Annie Ee - Senior Legal Associate

When you are preparing your application for a Sponsor Licence, there are various factors to consider. Our previous post, How to Apply for a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence sets out the suitability and eligibility...

 criteria. In this article, let’s focus on the key areas when assessing Sponsor Licence applications. Assessing Eligibility Criteria in Sponsor Licence Applications  To meet the eligibility criteria, you...

UK Visa Requirements for Offshore Workers
By Isabella Reynard - Immigration Barrister

In the vast expanse of the open sea, a distinct category of workers sets sail, embarking on a unique and challenging journey. These individuals are known as offshore workers, and their work takes them into the...

 waters surrounding the United Kingdom. While their duties may keep them far from the British shorelines, the intricacies of UK immigration law still apply. In this post, we dive into the world of offshore...

Section 117B Public Interest Considerations Explained
By Richmond Chambers -

When considering immigration matters involving Article 8 (ECHR), one of the most important factors that decision-makers, courts and tribunals will take into account when reaching their conclusion is whether any...

 of the issues raised run counter to the ‘public interest’. This concept is defined under S.117B of the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 and comes into play when a court or tribunal has to...

Applying for ILR as a Dependant of a Skilled Worker
By Annie Ee - Senior Legal Associate

In this post, we answer some of the questions that are most frequently asked when applying for indefinite leave to remain as a dependent partner or a dependent child of a Skilled Worker.  Who qualifies as a Skilled...

 Worker Dependant? The Home Office Guidance states that the dependants can include: Spouses; Civil partners;  Partners who are not married or in a civil partnership; Dependent children under the age of...

Fines For Employing Illegal Workers Set To Rise Significantly
By Taya Sayekaya - Immigration Barrister

On 07 August 2023, the UK Government announced that it would be increasing the maximum fines issued to employers where they are found to be employing individuals without lawful immigration status (illegal workers)....

 Unsurprisingly, the announcement comes as a result of the Government’s determination to deter individuals who they are convinced are crossing the Channel for no other reason than to take advantage...

Applying for a UK Visa Outside Your Country of Residence
By Richmond Chambers -

All entry clearance applications are made from outside the United Kingdom at the time of application. But what are the rules about what an applicant’s immigration status must be in a country in order to apply...

 from there for entry clearance to the UK? Clients regularly ask us this question, feeling dismayed about the cost or impracticality of travelling somewhere for the sole purpose of applying for entry...
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