Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022. Since then, what has the Home Office done to protect Ukrainian nationals?
This article provides an overview of the policies currently in place to support Ukrainians and their family members, especially in light…The
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Documents Required for a UK Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence
In a sponsor licence application, companies must prove to the Home Office that they are reliable, organised and dependable, and capable of managing a sponsor licence, which is of course viewed as a privileged position. The Home Office stipulates the…The…
New Right to Work Check Guidance for Employers
As has been set out in a previous post, new provisions came into force on 6 April 2022, which will begin the phasing out of the use of Biometric Residence Cards and Permits (BRC/BRPs) and Frontier Worker Permit (FWPs) to…
Join Our Team – Legal Associates – Richmond Chambers
Job Title: Immigration Legal Associate
Term: 12 Month Fixed Term, Full Time
Location: Covent Garden, London + Work From Home
We’re currently recruiting for immigration legal associates to join our growing immigration team. This is an exciting…The post Join Our…
Humanitarian Protection vs Refugee Status – What’s The Difference?
Both humanitarian protection and refugee status are forms of leave in the UK that are granted to applicants who are endangered or otherwise in need. In short, the two are very similar, and both ensure permission to stay in the…
The UK Expansion Worker & Skilled Worker Routes Compared
Following the recent changes to the Immigration Rules, which took effect at 9:00am on 11 April 2022, it is clear that the Home Office is moving in one direction when it comes to business routes – sponsorship.
With the closure…
UK Visa Application Fees 2022
If you are applying for a UK visa from outside the UK, you will need to pay a visa application fee as part of your UK visa application. If you are applying for an extension of stay or indefinite leave…
A Guide to the UK Tourism, Leisure & Family Visit Visa
The Tourism, Leisure and Family Visit Visa is for individuals who wish to come to the UK for a short-term stay for the purpose of visiting friends and/or family or for a short holiday. The Tourism, Leisure and Family Visit…
A Look at the Temporary Work – Creative Worker Visa
The Temporary Work – Creative Worker visa is open to applicants who wish to work in the creative industry in the UK. This route allows applicants to come to the UK on a temporary basis and does not lead to…
Changes to the Private Life Route: Appendix Private Life (Leave to Remain)
On 15 March 2022, the Home Office published a 205-page Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules. Amongst the various changes introduced was the insertion of a new Appendix Private Life. This will take effect on 20 June 2022 and will…