Since 2024, the Kuwaiti authorities have been undertaking a systematic review of nationality files, resulting in the revocation of nationality from reportedly tens of thousands of its citizens to date. Despite outcries from the international community, the campaign is showing
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The Immigration Law Blog published by Kingsley Napley covers developments and practical implications in UK immigration law, focusing on topics such as skilled worker visa regulations, indefinite leave to remain (ILR), right to work checks, and changes to immigration rules and policies. The blog discusses legislative updates including immigration charges, government white papers, and the impact of new laws on employers and migrants. It also addresses issues related to travel rights for British citizens within the EU and the Temporary Shortage Occupation List for visa applications. The content is aimed at providing clarity on evolving immigration requirements and compliance obligations.
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Using the Skilled Worker route to recruit students on visas – tips for employers
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With lots of students finishing their exams at this time of year, we often receive queries from hiring teams, looking to understand the Student visa category and how these candidates could transition into longer-term roles.
We set out below the…
Any benefits of the new ‘concierge service’ for high-growth businesses would be completely outweighed by the earned settlement proposals
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Comments from Chancellor Rachel Reeves in January at Davos have materialised into two new schemes to attract more high-growth businesses to the UK.
Announced as part of London Tech Week, the two new ‘concierge service’ schemes include visa fee reimbursements…
Looking Beyond Stereotypes: Credibility in Sexual Orientation Based Asylum Claims
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The start of Pride Month in the UK provides an opportunity for immigration lawyers to reflect on the challenges facing LGBTQ+ asylum-seeking clients.
Still fresh in our minds is April’s BBC investigation, which suggested the existence of a shadow…
Can an employer pay a sponsored worker more than a non-sponsored worker?
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One question clients often ask is whether an employer can lawfully pay a sponsored worker more than a non-sponsored worker doing the same role, particularly given the increases to minimum salary thresholds under the Skilled Worker route.
Migration Advisory Committee Reviews the Global Talent and Innovator Founder Routes – Have Your Say
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The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) wants to know what needs to change for the UK to be competitive about attracting Global Talent.
The MAC has launched a call for evidence on the Global Talent and Innovator Founder visa routes. The…
Key takeaways from the Home Secretary’s Statement on Asylum Reforms: 30-months permission to stay for new claims and transitional arrangements for pending cases
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Today, the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood made a statement to Parliament in which she set out, in brief terms, the changes that are being made to the UK asylum system. The statement brings some welcome clarity for asylum seekers, but…
UK Immigration: Settled status and earned settlement could not be more different
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The UK government’s new “earned settlement” proposals reveal a stark divide in how people can secure their right to live permanently in the UK. For EU, EEA nationals and Swiss nationals and their families who were living in the UK…
Understanding the Government’s consultation on earned settlement
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The UK Government’s Earned Settlement consultation proposes a fundamental shift in how migrants achieve Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). Instead of a time-based system, settlement would be earned through measurable contributions and integration. For the tech sector—one of the UK’s…
Can you dismiss a skilled worker who does not qualify for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) when you thought they would?
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As I mentioned previously, I am still trying to get my head around the issues that continue to arise from the recent announcement made by the Home Secretary in relation to the settlement provisions. For now, I want to unpack…