Biometric Card News
October 26, 2024
Table of Contents Biometric Card – History The Biometric Residence Card (BRC) and Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) form an integral part of the UK’s
Author: Shabana Shahab
The Labour Government’s Policy on UK Immigration
July 6, 2024
Table of Contents Facebook Twitter LinkedIn In 2024, the Labour Government’s policy on immigration is focused on striking a balance between controlling immigration numbers and
UK Immigration 5 Point Plan – Answers
December 14, 2023
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents The UK Government has recently unveiled a five-point immigration program aimed at
THE UK GOVERNMENT – 5 POINT UK IMMIGRATION PLAN
December 4, 2023
Table of Contents The UK government has introduced a five-point plan to overhaul the country’s immigration system. The new system aims to attract the
Skilled Workers Rules To Change – 2024
November 27, 2023
Table of Contents Skilled Workers – Changes “Immigration to the UK are largely students and healthcare workers…these visas will be restrictive – But Why?”
UK Electronic Travel Authorisation starts on the 15 November 2023
September 24, 2023
Table of Contents UK Electronic Travel Authorisation starts on the 15 November 2023 will takeover from the electronic visa waiver programme. An electronic travel
EU Member State Requirements Under The Points Based System
September 17, 2023
Table of Contents The European Union (EU) did not have a unified points-based immigration system similar to systems implemented in countries like Canada, Australia,
European Union (EU) Identity Card Usage In The UK Ends In 2025
September 11, 2023
Table of Contents European Union (EU) identity cards, often referred to as ID cards, vary from one EU member state to another. Each EU
British Nationality Will Be Refused If You Have Criminal Convictions From The 31 July 2023
July 30, 2023
Table of Contents The Home Secretary Suella Braverman said: “British citizenship is a privilege. Those who commit crimes shouldn’t be able to enjoy the
Did You Know That There are Exceptions to The Partner Or Parent Leave To Remain Requirements?
June 25, 2023
Table of Contents Yes !!! Exemptions Defined For The Purpose Of Parent Or Child Application There are exceptions to the partner or parent leave
Why Should Migrants Under the Windrush Scheme be Compensated?
June 18, 2023
Table of Contents This compensation scheme (“the Scheme”) is designed to compensate individuals who have suffered loss in connection with being unable to demonstrate their
What Is The Minimum Financial Requirement For A UK Spouse Visa?
June 10, 2023
Table of Contents What Is The Minimum Financial Requirement For A UK Spouse Visa? The financial requirement for a spouse visa can vary depending
UK Skilled Worker Visas For Directors
May 14, 2023
Directors who are not UK or EU citizens and wish to work in the UK would need to obtain a Skilled Worker visa. The Skilled
How King Charles III Is Uniting The Commonwealth Descendants In The UK, Under UK Immigration Laws
May 7, 2023
Emphasising shared values: King Charles is focusing on highlighting the shared values that Commonwealth descendants in the UK hold, such as a commitment to democracy,
World Theatre Day and Creative Artist Visas
March 27, 2023
Contact Shabana Shahab for all your Entertainment Creative Visa Requirements on 01634789223, get 10 mintes free advice today.
India Young Professionals Scheme Visa
February 26, 2023
Table of Contents India Young Professionals Scheme Visa UK and India signed a Migration Partnership Agreement aiming to help both countries from A new
Child Sole Responsibility Under The Immigration Rules
February 5, 2023
Children applying to join parents in the UK do not normally face difficulties, the requirements for entry to the UK are explained in detail under the Immigration Rules Appendix FM.
UK Entertainment Visas And The UK Creative Worker Visa
January 30, 2023
The Motion Picture Association’s annual THEME Report highlighted shocking figures on how the COVID Pandemic has affected the theatrical and in-home entertainment industry. Astonishingly internationally and nationally, the video industry has been worsted affected.
Visitors Right To Paid Permitted Work in the UK
January 16, 2023
Any foreign national can apply for a Visit Visa with the right to carry out paid work in the UK from their country, the most important point is that you must fall within the strict requirements of Paragraph V 13.3 of the Immigration Rules, Visitors cannot work in the UK unless this is expressly allowed under the permitted activities set out in Appendix Visitor: Permitted Activities.
Can I Still Travel While I am Waiting for a Spouse Visa
January 4, 2023
The Home Office has come under heavy criticism from applicants awaiting a decision, UK British Nationals waiting for loved ones to join them in the UK have been waiting for over 24 weeks, and there are no signs that the Home Office service levels will get better, last May 2022 an article by Ashitha Nagesh highlighted some of growing concerns applicants were experiencing.
Changes to EU, Swiss and Northern Ireland Nationals Rights to live and work In the UK 2021
January 13, 2021
1st January 2021 sees the enforcement of restriction, as EU Citizen will not be allowed to use Article 10 or 20 residence card rights.
The Windrush Scandal: What Are My Rights?
July 21, 2020
Advice and guidance on Windrush applications caused by The Windrush Scandal, how to apply for proof of settled status today.
Black lives matter – Windrush Scheme 2020
June 6, 2020
Black lives matter, Guidance on Windrush Scheme call 01634202095 for expert Windrush advice, applications for Windrush scheme compensation advice
2020 Spouse Visa: 5 signs that you need legal assistance
May 10, 2020
2020 Spouse Visa Application to the UK is a complicated process to complete if you plan to settle in the UK as a spouse of a British or settled person.
UK Vignette Visa – guidance
April 7, 2020
UK Vignette Visa guidance during COVID 19. Helpful guidance on how to apply for a new UK Vignette Visa contact 01634 202095
Coronavirus UK and right to work checks relaxed by the Home Office
March 31, 2020
Employers are still required to carry out right to work checks during the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some FAQs to help support you.
Coronavirus and your immigration status rights as a visitor
March 27, 2020
This post provides information about the Coronavirus and your immigration status rights as a visitor such as: What is a visitor visa?
WhatsApp and Skype conferences
March 24, 2020
WhatsApp and Skype conferences Immigration status offers online face to face conference meetings by WhatsApp and Skype. This is our way of acting as a
International Women’s Day in Britain
March 9, 2020
8 March 2020 looks at International Women’s Day in Britain. Despite their incredible achievements and contributions in British society, it has often been the case
British Children’s rights to enter the UK and their Immigration rights
March 4, 2020
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents A British Child has the right to live and settle in the
Windrush – Immigration story so far
March 2, 2020
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents The Home Office has been accused of being institutionally racist” according to
Chinese Visa holders in the UK concerned about the Corona Virus
February 24, 2020
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents The UK Government recently announced urgent measures to control the spread of
Tier 2 visas threshold to drop
February 20, 2020
Table of Contents Add a header to begin generating the table of contents £30,000 minimum salary threshold for tier 2 visas to drop Today’s law
United Kingdom will change after the 31st Jan 2020
February 13, 2020
The United Kingdom regains Supremacy 31st Jan 2020 Have you been concerned about what changes Brits will face, after Brexit? Here are the top 14
Brexit and Immigration – the story so far!
January 22, 2020
“Sajid Javid, the Chancellor, issued a separate warning to businesses to drop their demands for the UK to stay closely tied to the EU after
EEA Permanent Residency 2020 Changes
January 11, 2020
EEA PERMANENT RESIDENCE INVALID after 31 December 2020 Is this the end of exercising Treaty Rights in the UK? As we wait to learn what
HAPPY NEW YEAR – 2020
January 5, 2020
Immigration Status – would like to wish all its readers, clients and well-wishers a very happy new 2020. We open on the 6th of January
Ian Macdonald QC 1939-2019
December 4, 2019
QC Ian Macdonald, we will miss you dearly… Ian Macdonald was one of leading “The Guns of Navarone,” Barristers on Human Rights. He was a
Spouse Visa holder reports to the Home Office
July 4, 2019
A recent enquiry from a British Sponsor wanting to understand what steps the Home Office is obligated to take once she reported her marriage breaking down. Will her estranged husband be served with removal orders and still have the right to child contact?
Spouses and Workers paying towards NHS & Visas Fees
June 28, 2019
The Immigration Health Surcharge was introduced by the Cameron–Clegg coalition in 2015. It was under the Immigration (Health Charge) Order 2015. This was made under
Should Foreign Patients pay towards NHS Vanessa Feltz’s talk show
June 26, 2019
Health Tourism – Should Foreign Patients pay towards NHS – Vanessa Feltz’s talk show “Doctors have voted to scrap a law requiring foreign patients to
Spouse and British Partner can use the Government Home Help Scheme
June 23, 2019
I was asked very recently by a migrant on a Tier 2 General – further leave to remain; “would a settlement application be refused? On
Spouse visa lapsed
June 14, 2019
In a statement, the Home Office said: “All cases are carefully considered on their individual merits, in line with the immigration rules, and are based
Spouse undertaking “tour and duty” with UK Spouse Visa Holder
June 12, 2019
UK Sponsor spouses who are permanent members of the UK Diplomatic Service while on a “tour of duty overseas”, with their dependant foreign UK spouse
Overseas students to work in UK – Tier 4
June 10, 2019
The current “Guidance to be used for all Tier 4 applications made on or after 11th January 2019” states that the main purposes of the
Retained Right of a Divorced EU Family Member
April 11, 2019
Retained Right of a Divorced EU Family Member compromised by the new Settler Status rules Many non-EU partners, civil partners, and married couples do feel confused as
EC Citizens Settled Status APP
March 7, 2019
This is only a pilot scheme in the hope that Thousands of EU citizens living and working in the UK will register. Not all EU
April 2017 – Fee Changes
May 23, 2018
Home Office Immigration, Visa and Nationality Fees 2017/2018. The legislation was laid in Parliament today which sets out a number of updates to immigration, visa
Status Solutions UK – UK Immigration & Nationality
May 15, 2018
Immigration Status UK is an online service website launched by UK immigration law regulated consultants. We are located in Chatham, Kent, within the Medway Towns.
EU and UK Nationals Rights and Status
August 10, 2016
There has been no change to the rights and status of EU nationals in the UK, and UK nationals in the EU, as a result
Changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 13 December 2012
December 18, 2012
13 December 2012 A number of changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on the 13 December 2012. These changes will affect non-European Economic
Changes to UK Immigration Laws
November 22, 2012
22 November 2012 On Thursday 22 November 2012, a written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament. This statement outlined a number of changes to
Soho Restaurant faces illegal worker fine – Notice to Employers
November 10, 2012
02 November 2012 The Border Agency has recently reported that a West End restaurant is facing a fine of up to £80,000 after 8 staff members were
Croatia to join the European Union in 2013
October 23, 2012
The government has announced that by 18 October 2013 the introduction of the Parliament the European Union (Croatian Accession) Bill. The bill will include provisions for transitional
How to apply for proof that you have not become a British Citizen
October 15, 2012
The decision as to whether a person qualifies for Citizenship is that of the Border Agency. The UK Border Agency will make the decision as to whether,
1st October – Changes to UK Immigration Laws
October 1, 2012
01 October 2012 As previously announced, a number of changes to the Immigration Rules are coming into effect today (1 October 2012). New Rules now
Changes to applications from overstayers from 1 October 2012
September 9, 2012
The Border Agency will from 1 October 2012 not approve applications for further leave to remain if a migrant has overstayed his or her leave.
Changes to the Immigration (European Economic Area)
August 19, 2012
On 16 July 2012, the Immigration (European Economic Area) Regulations 2006 did change. The amended regulations will set out the rights of EEA nationals and
Over 250 illegal immigrants
August 4, 2012
Over 250 illegal immigrants have been removed from the West Midlands, Warwickshire and West Mercia during a major campaign by the UK Border Agency. Since
Extended educational oversight arrangements for Tier 4 sponsors
July 30, 2012
In July 2011 the Home Office confirmed details of new arrangements for the ‘educational oversight’ of private colleges which sponsor international students. These arrangements are
Changes to the Immigration Rules
July 24, 2012
A written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules. These will come into effect from the
Changes to British nationality applications made outside the UK
July 21, 2012
From 16 July 2012 if you are applying for British nationality from outside the UK you must send your application form to: UK Border Agency
Changes to the family migration Immigration Rules
July 12, 2012
A number of changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 9 July 2012. These changes will affect non-European Economic Area (non-EEA) nationals applying
Family visit visa appeals: changes come into effect on 9 July 2012
July 11, 2012
As announced by the government on 18 June 2012, the Immigration Appeals (Family Visitor) Regulations 2012 comes into force on 9 July 2012. This sets
