In March 2020, Wendy Williams conducted a review of the Home Office’s workings, and failings, in the wake of the Windrush Scandal. This review called for significant reform by making 30 recommendations to the Home Office that could be distilled
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UK Visa & Immigration Routes for Creative Artists
The UK has a range of immigration routes that provide both temporary and long-term opportunities for international artists, entertainers and musicians (and their personal and technical staff) to participate in creative activities in the UK.
The main…The post UK Visa &…
Lost or Stolen BRP Card – Here’s What To Do Now
A Biometric Residence Permit or BRP can be used to prove your identity, your right to study and right to access public services or benefits. This article examine the actions that you need to take if your BRP card is…
New Immigration Rules on Public Funds & Children
On 20 June 2022, a new paragraph (GEN.1.11A) to Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules will take effect, giving further clarity to the use of public funds by those responsible for the care of children, who otherwise, because of the…
New Guidance on Late Surinder Singh Applications
In our previous blog post, we discussed the closure of the route for British Citizens to make applications under the EU Settlement Scheme for family permits for their family members to return with or join them in the UK. This…
Certificates of Sponsorship: All You Need to Know
A Certificate of Sponsorship (‘CoS’) is an electronic certificate which must be assigned for each migrant worker who wishes to apply under a relevant worker route. Applicants under the Skilled Worker route cannot make their visa / permission to stay…The…
The Sole Representative Visa is Closed – But Not for Dependants!
The Representative of an Overseas Business route (commonly known as the “Sole Representative” route) closed to new main applicants at 9:00am (BST) on 11 April 2022. The Sole Representative visa route has now been replaced by a new Global Business…The…
What Now for Tier 2 Intra-company Transfer (ICT) Migrants?
By Lucy Cundy
The Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) route closed on 11 April 2022. As such, if you are currently in the UK as a Tier 2 ICT migrant, it will no longer be possible to extend your visa under this route.
Companies that…
Long Residence ILR Application Top Tips
By Annie Ee
If you have been living continuously and lawfully in the UK for 10 years, you may be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) on the basis of long residence. This post is designed to give some practical…
Permit Free Festival or Permitted Paid Engagement Visa?
By Elana Kaymer
When entering the UK on a Standard Visitor visa, you will generally not be allowed to accept payment equivalent to a salary (i.e. beyond reasonable expenses incurred for travel and living costs) for any activities undertaken in the UK whilst…