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5-year and 10-year routes to settlement

Settlement refers to the process of obtaining Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK, which grants individuals the right to live and work in the country without any restrictions. It is a significant milestone for those who wish to establish their long-term residency in the UK.   There are two main routes to settlement: […]

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December 6, 2023

Changes to Minimum Salaries for Overseas Workers - Announced

The government is set to review the Health and Care visa, which has seen a significant number of visas granted to care workers and their dependents, by implementing a restriction that prevents overseas care workers from bringing their dependents to the UK. Moreover, care providers in England will now only be able to sponsor migrant […]

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December 5, 2023

Possible Increase in Skilled Worker Visa Minimum Salary

In an effort to control the soaring levels of legal migration, the government is expected to raise the minimum salary for foreign workers. Specifically, the minimum salary for a skilled worker visa is anticipated to increase from its current value of £26,200. Additionally, there will likely be restrictions on visas for healthcare professionals and limitations […]

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December 4, 2023

Sponsor Licences – What's the Difference Between a Small Company and a Large Company?

If you want to sponsor overseas workers (including those from the EU after 01/01/2021) you will need a sponsor licence. The fees and costs associated vary depending on whether you are a small, large or charitable sponsor. Here we’ll explain how to determine which category you fall into and what difference it makes. Small Companies […]

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November 29, 2023

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Fading Relevance: The Uncertain Future of the Shortage Occupation List

What is the Shortage Occupation List (SOL)? The SOL is a list of roles deemed to be in shortage in the UK and where immigration has been assessed as a suitable measure to help tackle those shortages. The current SOL comprises 37 UK-wide roles, one role for Scotland alone and 15 health and education roles […]

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October 9, 2023

UK visitor rules to make it easier and more attractive to do business in the UK

As set out in the Spring Budget, the Home Office is undertaking a review of the current UK visitor rules to make it easier and more attractive to do business in the UK. As part of this review, we continue to work with other government departments and their stakeholders to look at how we can expand the range of short-term […]

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April 3, 2023

EU Settlement Scheme: When may I apply late?

As the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) had an initial deadline of 30 June 2021 for most people, there have been some exceptions for late applications to be made by EU, European Economic Area, and Swiss citizens. To do so, individuals must show that they have reasonable grounds for missing the deadline applicable to them. If […]

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December 21, 2022

Helpful changes to the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) and EUSS family permit

On the 9th of November 2022 guidance was updated to reflect changes agreed at the time of the Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules. Concessions recently introduced to the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) for EU nationals and those eligible for EUSS family permits have been brought into the Immigration Rules. These changes include: clarifying […]

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December 1, 2022

The New Immigration System and How it Will Affect You

The New Immigration System and How it Will Affect You. On the 19th of February the government released its plans for immigration from 2021. Find out what impact this could have on you, your business or your students. It should be noted that EU, EEA and Swiss citizens will all remain non-visa nationals, capable of […]

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February 19, 2020

No Automatic Deportation After Brexit

"No Automatic Deportation After Brexit" This has been the latest revelation from Boris Johnson regarding the settlement of EU citizens in the UK after Brexit. On the face of it this seems like a very positive message to EU citizens concerned about their future in the UK after Brexit, but let’s examine what it really […]

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February 6, 2020

MAC recommendations - Tier 2 overhaul, revolutionary or recycling?

  The Migration Advisory Committee has released an extensive report on the Points-Based System and Salary Thresholds. This was commissioned by the Government in July and September of last year. If you’re wondering how the system might affect you, or your employees, then read on for a brief introduction to the new system as imagined […]

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January 30, 2020

Boris to review earning thresholds for migrant workers

While one of the current government’s selling points has been its pledge to crack down on immigration and to reduce the overall number of people coming to the UK, it has chosen to review the income threshold of 30K which prospective workers would have to meet in order to enter the UK. Let’s explore what […]

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January 27, 2020

New "Australian style" immigration policy

There is actually nothing new about the UK adopting an Australian style points-based system – we have this already.   The UK introduced the PBS (points-based system) in November 2008, with five tiers:  Tier 1 for highly skilled migrants, who were allowed to be self-employed or work for any business; Tier 2 for skilled migrants […]

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January 23, 2020

How will the Conservatives’ election win affect the UK immigration system?

As we reach the end of 2019, we approach not only a new year and a new decade, but also a new era for the United Kingdom’s international status. Now that Boris Johnson has firmly established his government’s control, we can expect Brexit negotiations to be finalised soon, with the Prime Minister targeting withdrawal from […]

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December 23, 2019
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    No query is too big or too small. Always accommodating and helpful. Thank you team!

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    Executive Business Partner to CEO and the Board
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    Thank you and we look forward to continuing the relationship.

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