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This is the third post in a series of blogs regarding recent developments in case law on overstaying and applying for settlement, also known as indefinite leave to remain (‘ILR’), on the basis of 10 years long residence . The first and second post, provided an in-depth exploration of the recent cases on the interpretation of 10 years of continuous lawful residence.
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In this article we look at the most common reasons for refusal of a UK visit visa application.
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Under the Immigration Rules, there are different requirements if you plan to change employment while on a Tier 2 (General) visa. We have prepared answers to a selection of questions frequently asked by Tier 2 (General) migrants when changing employment.
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If an individual is over 18 and has made a successful application to become a British citizen , they will be required to attend a citizenship ceremony. The individual is required to attend a ceremony by law.
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Starting a branch of your business in the UK could be one of the best moves you make in terms of your exposure in a new but very developed market. This is because the United Kingdom is today the worlds 5th largest economy and has a population of 65 million people.
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If you are negotiating a settlement agreement with your employer, it will be important to understand the tax rules that apply to any payment you may receive.
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Under Appendix FM to the Immigration Rules, family members applying for entry clearance or leave to remain must provide evidence of an annual income of at least £18,600, which is known as the minimum income requirement (“MIR”), plus an additional £3,800 for the first child and £2,400 for each additional child.
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As outlined in our previous series of blog posts , immigration judicial review allows you to challenge decisions by the Home Office when the decision does not attract a right of appeal or administrative review.
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In July 2012, the Immigration Rules were changed to implement new requirements for non-EEA nationals applying to enter or remain in the UK under the family migration route. Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules was subsequently introduced, incorporating an adequate maintenance requirement.
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Tier 1 Investor visa holders can apply for settlement or indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK once they have spent a continuous period of 2, 3 or 5 years with leave in the United Kingdom under the Tier 1 Investor visa route.