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Since January 31, 2024, the Immigration Rules for visitors have been relaxed to allow a broader range of activities for business visitors, including intra-corporate activities, remote working, legal services, and research. The Permitted Paid Engagement visitor route has been extended and merged into the standard visitor route, enabling visitors to stay for up to six […]

Starting from 22nd February 2024, citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Jordan will no longer require an Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) or a visa to enter the UK. Instead, they will need to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which costs £10 for two years. This change will help to "digitise […]

At UK Visas we understand that the global market brings incredible opportunities. That's why we are here to assist you in navigating the process of employing a worker from outside the UK. With our expertise in international hiring, we can guide you through the necessary steps and provide you with the resources and support you […]

To determine the exact amount, you will need to pay for your visa, you must first know its length. Keep in mind that a visa may be longer than your period of study or employment.   For a one-year visa, the cost is £776 for students, their dependants, and those on a Youth Mobility Scheme […]

With the government's plans to raise the minimum income threshold for family visas in "Spring 2024", many individuals are eager to submit their visa applications before these changes take effect. Suppose you are considering applying for a visa to stay in the UK with your British or settled partner. In that case, you may find […]

Sarah Dyke, a passionate advocate for her constituents in Somerton and Frome, has recently voiced her concerns about the pressing issue of labour shortages in the horseracing industry within her constituency. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes and rolling hills of rural Somerset, the horseracing industry holds a special place in the hearts of the local […]

With impending changes to the Immigration Rules on the horizon, the Home Office is currently battling to keep up with the overwhelming demand for immigration application-related services. The upcoming increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge and revisions to the Skilled Worker and Partner routes have caused a surge in applications, putting pressure on UK Visas […]

In the agricultural workforce of the UK, there is an astonishing number of 471,000 individuals dedicated to the industry. Within this significant figure, approximately 58,000 workers are engaged in seasonal or casual labour, playing invaluable roles. These positions are filled by workers from foreign countries as farmers heavily rely on their assistance during specific times […]

The Ultimate Employer's Guide to Immigration Civil Penalty Notices Are you an employer in the United Kingdom, feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of immigration law? We understand that navigating this landscape can be daunting, especially when it comes to avoiding civil penalties. Under the Immigration Act of 2016, employers can face severe consequences if they […]

The cooling-off period following refusal, withdrawal, revocation, surrender, civil penalty, or conviction If your application for a sponsor licence is refused, you may not be able to make a successful further application until a specified period has elapsed since the refusal. This is known as the ‘cooling-off period’. The length of the cooling-off period depends […]