Divorce and your UK visa residency status
Q: I am married to a British citizen, have a UK Spouse visa and was granted Indefinite Leave to Remain two months ago. We are currently experiencing problems in our marriage and I am considering a...
View ArticleResidential requirements for UK Indefinite Leave to Remain Visa
Q: I am currently on a UK Tier 2 working visa and hope to eventually obtain my British citizenship. Can you please explain to me what the residential requirements for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)...
View ArticleUK Spouse Visa: Probation period to increase?
Q: I am very concerned as I heard rumours going around that the probationary period for spouses will increase on the UK Spouse Visa. Our planning was to apply for this type of visa later this year. Do...
View ArticleAsk the experts – Tier 2 CoS
Q: I am a UK employer and interested in employing a non-EU worker at my firm on a Tier 2 permit. Can you please tell me how the monthly allocation of the Certificates of Sponsorship for Tier 2 works?...
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UK Ancestry Visa – Can I start a business?
Q: I am on a UK Ancestry visa and would really like to start a business in the United Kingdom. Is this within the limitations of my visa? If not, is there a way around it? A: The ancestral visa...
View ArticleUK Tier 2 Visa new rules – How do they affect me?
Q: I am in the UK on a Tier 2 skilled worker permit (visa). I am very concerned about the announcement by the UK Home Office that workers under Tier 2 will no longer be able to settle in the UK based...
View ArticleTier 2 Annual Limit – Will there be changes?
Q: With all the proposed immigration changes in the pipeline, especially those affecting Tier 2 workers, do you foresee a change in the annual limit imposed on the Tier 2 worker category? A: In the...
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UK Tier 1 Visa closure – Are there alternatives?
Q: Are there any alternatives to the UK Tier 1 visa post-study work route that I believe is being closed? I am currently a student and was hoping to switch into this route. A: Yes, it is true that...
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UK Tier 2 Visa – the new rules in 2012
Q: I am currently working in the UK on a Tier 2 Visa, and confused about the new rule changes on the pay threshold for settlement that will come into effect. Can you please give me a summary of the...
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UK Tier 2 Visa – How will leave be limited?
Q: Kindly explain to me how the new UK Tier 2 Visa rules will work that will limit leave in this category. Also, will the new rules only apply to new applicants? A: The UK Home Office has introduced a...
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UK Spouse Visa probation – When will the change occur?
Q: You recently mentioned in your column that the probationary period for the UK Spouse Visa is set to increase. Do you have any news on when this change is set to take place, as it might affect me?...
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UK Tier 2 Visa: Resident Labour Test – what is this?
Q: MY current employer wants to apply for a UK Tier 2 Visa for myself, but apparently the resident labour market test needs to be fulfilled first. Can you please tell me what this is? A: The UK Home...
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Graduate Entrepreneur – What is the immigration route for graduate...
Q: I AM in the UK on a student visa and interested to find out more about the new immigration route for graduate entrepreneurs. What are the requirements for this route? A: The new Tier 1 (Graduate...
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EEA Family Permit – With Dutch citizenship can one live and work in the UK?
Q: My sister and brother-in-law wish to relocate to the UK. My brother-in-law has Dutch citizenship. Will this enable him to live and work in the UK? Will my sister be able to accompany him and work...
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British citizenship: Will tax issues affect my application?
Q: I will shortly qualify to apply for my British citizenship. However, I am a bit worried as I have some outstanding tax issues. Will this influence my application for my British citizenship? A: The...
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Spouse probation – What is the effect of the probationary period increase?
Q: In your latest newsletter you mentioned that the probationary period for spousal visas could increase. What effect could this potentially have if you hold indefinite leave to remain? A: According...
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UK Student Visa: ten-year concession – Can I apply for a UK residence visa?
Q: I have been in Britain for about six years now on various UK student visas. Is there any way that I can apply for my permanent residence based on this time period that I have spent in the UK? A:...
View ArticleHow do I qualify for British citizenship?
Q.I have recently arrived in the UK and would like to know; how I would qualify for British citizenship? A: In most cases, in order to qualify for British citizenship you would be required to complete...
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Unmarried Partner Visa – Can a relationship with a UK citizen grant me an...
Q: I am currently living in the UK on a student visa. However, I am not keen on continuing my studies and am looking for other options to extend my stay in the UK. I am in a relationship with a...
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UK Tier 2 Graduate – Can I switch from a student visa?
Q: I will be finishing my degree later this year and am currently working part-time for an employer who is interested in employing me on a permanent basis on completion of my studies. Will I be...
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