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Removal of Full Right of Appeal for Family Visitors

May 14th, 2012

As of 2014, new legislation intends to remove the full right of appeal for those who have been refused a family visit visa. Read more

Changes to the Immigration rules

April 12th, 2012

As of 6th April 2012, a number of changes have been made to the Immigration rules. Read more

Tier 2 limit announcement for 2012 – 2013

April 12th, 2012

The following updates have been made to the Tier 2 category Read more

Tier 1 (Post-study work) route will close on 6th April 2012

April 3rd, 2012

On 6th April 2012, the Tier 1 (Post-study work) route will be closed. Read more

New application forms to be introduced on 6th April 2012

April 3rd, 2012

On 6th April 2012, the following application forms will be updated:

  • Tier 1 (Graduate entrepreneur);
  • Tier 1 (General);
  • Tier 1 (Investor;
  • Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) ;
  • Tier 1 (Post study work) – form removed because this category has closed to new applicants;
  • Tier 2;
  • Tier 4 (General);
  • Tier 4 (Child);
  • Tier 5 (Temporary worker);
  • PBS Dependant;
  • FLR(O) (to extend your stay);
  • FLR(BUS) (to extend your stay in specific categories); and
  • TOC (to transfer a visa to a new passport).

The new application forms will need to be for those who apply on or after 6th April 2012.

If you require guidance or seek assistance with the application process please call us on 01793 836010.

Migrants Will Need to Earn at Least £35,000 to Settle in the UK

March 2nd, 2012

As of April 2016, migrants who wish to apply for settlement will be required to earn a minimum of £35,000 in order to qualify. Read more

New Immigration Fees to be Introduced in April 2012

March 2nd, 2012

From 6 April 2012, the Home Office plan to increase visa fees and UK-based visa application fees. Read more

Biometric Residence Permits Introduced for a Wide Range of Immigration Categories

March 2nd, 2012

Biometric Residence Permits will be replacing passport visa documentation. Read more

New Regulations on the Student Visa System

March 2nd, 2012

Tier 1 (Post Study Work) will close to new applicants from 5 April 2012.

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Biometric ID Cards Introduced for Settlement Applications

December 21st, 2011

The UK Border Agency has announced that from 29 February 2012, all UK immigration applications will require biometric capture; including those applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain. Read more