The Status of Hong Kong British National (Overseas) Citizens
British nationality is somewhat unique as there are various different forms of nationality, with fewer rights attached to them than being a ‘British Citizen’. These are a consequence of the UK’s close historical connection with many foreign states and territories during the time of the British Empire. This blog post discusses Hong Kong and the status …
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Changes to the Business, Investment & Talent Categories
On 9 September 2019, the Home Office presented its latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC 2631). A number of minor amendments are being introduced to the business, investment and talent immigration categories.
New Graduate Visa route for international students announced by Home Office
Today the Government announced plans for a new Graduate Visa which will enable international students to work in the UK for two years following their graduation, a significant increase from the current permitted duration of four months. The decision to introduce a Graduate Visa has been welcomed by numerous politicians and universities, and will no doubt be welcomed …
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Rights of appeal after the Immigration Act 2014
The Immigration Act 2014 (“the 2014 Act”) reduced the circumstances in which the refusal of an immigration application will give rise to a right of appeal. The explanatory notes to the 2014 Act state that the Act was intended to restructure rights of appeal to the Immigration Tribunal. Previously, a right of appeal to the Immigration Tribunal existed …
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What is the Tier 2 Minimum Salary Requirement?
The Tier 2 visa is for those who have received an offer of a skilled job from a licensed sponsor in the UK. Among other eligibility requirements, you must meet the minimum salary requirement. The minimum salary requirement is highly dependent on the specific Tier 2 visa the migrant is applying for. The rules regarding the minimum salary …
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Immigration Rules designed to keep families together cause families to be separated
Individuals coming to the UK for work or investment purposes, such as Entrepreneurs, Innovators, Investors, Sponsored Workers and Sole Representatives, are usually able to bring family members with them, including a Spouse or Partner and children who are under the age of 18. However, there are specific rules in place which can make it difficult for some families to bring …
Top 10 Spouse Visa Extension FAQs
There comes a time in every UK spouse visa holder’s life when their thoughts naturally turn to …. applying for an extension of stay. That time normally comes a few months before they have been living in the UK as a spouse of a British citizen or settled person for 2.5 years. In this post we look at …
ILR after 5 years residence in the UK
There are a number of immigration categories where it is possible to qualify for indefinite leave to remain ILR after 5 years. Some of these categories include a requirement to spend not more than 180 days outside the UK in any 12 month period during the 5 years. In this post we look at the …
Tier 2 Sponsor Licence Application – A Guide For Employers
In order to employ skilled workers with a long-term job offer from outside the EU, UK employers must first submit a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence application. Non-EEA nationals must have a job offer from an employer that has made a successful Tier 2 Sponsor Licence application before they can apply to come to, or remain in, …
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Indefinite Leave to Remain ILR: A Complete Guide
Not quite citizenship, and yet more than just a visa … the status of Indefinite Leave to Remain or ILR has its own specific characteristics. In this post, we take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions from those who have been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain status, including how to prove it, …
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