When an individual challenges a decision made by a public body (as happens in immigration cases), it is generally considered a fundamental feature of natural justice and fairness that they must be shown the evidence relied on by the decision-maker.
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Innovator Founder Visa Route Application Guide
The Innovator and Start-up routes first opened in Spring 2019, with the view of replacing the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route. The introduction of these routes took the decision making power regarding the viability of a business from the Home Office,…
Tier 1 Investor Visa Application Deadlines
The Tier 1 Investor Visa route closed to new applicants on 17 February 2022. However, individuals who entered the Tier 1 Investor Visa category before it was suspended (and who currently have limited leave to remain as a Tier 1…
Skilled Worker Visa Salary Rates Set To Increase
Those in the UK under the Skilled Worker route, or looking to apply in this route, may be happy to know that the general salary thresholds for the route are to increase from 12 April 2023. This is likely due…
Home Office Publishes Changes to UK Immigration Rules
In its latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC1160), presented to Parliament on 9 March 2023, the Home Office has announced various changes to a number of UK immigration routes, including the closure of one immigration route and…
Skilled Occupation SOC Codes: All You Need To Know
When applying to sponsor a worker, an organisation will need to provide details of the role. One of the tasks is to select the correct standard occupational classification (‘SOC’) code for the role. In this article we look at how…
How to Apply for an Adult Dependent Relative Visa From the UK
Occasionally, at Richmond Chambers we receive enquiries from clients facing a challenging dilemma. A relative has arrived for a visit and either their condition has deteriorated during the visit or their condition is much worse than what their family in…The…
Naturalisation as a British Citizen When Married to a British Citizen
If you are at least 18 years old and hold indefinite leave to remain or a right of permanent residence in the UK, you may be able to apply to naturalise as a British citizen. The requirements for naturalisation as…
Exceptional Circumstances in Appendix FM Family Visa Applications
Paragraph GEN.3.2. of Appendix FM represents an exception to the requirements of Appendix FM by potentially allowing an application for entry clearance or leave to remain to be granted where a refusal would constitute a breach of an individual’s right…The…
Permitted Paid Engagement Visa Application Guide 2023
Performing artists and entertainers may be eligible for several types of UK visas to work or perform in the UK, depending on the specific circumstances of their engagement.
In this application guide we look at the Permitted Paid Engagement (PPE)…