Sponsor License Audit: How to Prepare and Pass with Confidence

Sponsor License Audit

Getting a Sponsor License is a significant achievement for any UK employer, allowing you to hire skilled talent from around the globe. But maintaining that license is where the real challenge begins. A crucial part of this responsibility is passing the Sponsor License Audit—a process that can determine whether your license stays active or gets […]

How to Successfully Apply for a Sponsor License: Tips for UK Employers

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When expanding your workforce to include talent from outside the UK, getting a sponsor license is crucial. Think of it as the key that unlocks access to a broader talent pool, helping you hire skilled professionals from around the globe. However, the application process can feel like a maze, full of complex requirements and fine […]

Unlock Your Future: How to Self-Sponsor as a Skilled Worker in the UK

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Sponsor yourself Are you dreaming of working in the UK but don’t have a sponsor? What if I told you that you could be your sponsor? Self-sponsorship is an emerging option for skilled workers, and it might just be the key to unlocking your future in the UK. In this blog, we’ll break down self-sponsorship, […]

Countdown to December 31: How to Set Up Your E-Visa Account Now

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With your biometric card expiring on December 31, 2024, it’s time to take action. Whether you’ve known this was coming for months or now realise the deadline is approaching, setting up your e-visa account is your next essential step. But don’t worry—this guide will walk you through the process so you can avoid the stress […]

What Are The Requirements For Obtaining British Citizenship Through Marriage?

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Individuals who obtain British citizenship through marriage must meet a clear set of requirements. To qualify, the applicant must have lived in the UK for a certain period, hold Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), and be married to or in a civil partnership with a British citizen. For detailed information on the criteria and process […]

Can You Obtain British Citizenship by Descent?

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Citizenship by descent is a topic of great interest and significance for many individuals seeking to understand their eligibility for British citizenship. British citizenship by descent refers to gaining citizenship if one of your parents is a British citizen. This can be a valuable opportunity for individuals looking to access the benefits of being a […]

What are the Rules for acquiring British Citizenship by Birth

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Many wonder about the rules and regulations surrounding acquiring British citizenship by birth. Understanding these legal requirements is crucial for those seeking to establish citizenship in the United Kingdom. In the UK, being born in the country does not automatically grant citizenship, unlike some other nations. Specific criteria must be met for an individual born in […]

How Can Professional Assistance Enhance Your British Naturalisation Process

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With the complexities and challenges of the British naturalisation process, seeking professional assistance can significantly improve your chances of success. Navigating the legal requirements, documentation, and eligibility criteria can be overwhelming for individuals attempting to complete the process independently. Professional immigration experts have specialised knowledge and experience in guiding applicants through the intricacies of the […]

Can The Nuptial Bond Grant You British Citizenship?

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Can The Nuptial Bond Grant You British Citizenship? It’s a common question among those looking to secure British citizenship – can marriage to a British citizen be the golden ticket to this coveted status? While marriage can indeed facilitate the path to citizenship, there are certain criteria, risks, and benefits that individuals need to be […]

Oppressed Regimes – Anti LGBT+ Sentiment in Nigeria

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The UNHCR for years has been clear for many years that sexual orientation is understood to be a status protected from discrimination. What we see in Nigeria is a stacked contract to the above position. I have represented a number of Nigerian client’s seekers claiming asylum on the basis of their sexual orientation. Often these […]

What is an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)

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What is an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)? Depending on the category of visa you are on you should be able to secure an Indefinite Leave to Remain after either 5 or 10 years’ of living in the UK continuously and lawfully. ILR means there will be no time restrictions on your right to live […]

Appendix FM – Family right applications?

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Appendix FM is a group of applications under the immigration rules for family people. If you want your family to join you in the you UK; you have to apply under appendix fm. The law on appendix FM is based on the right to family life and private right. This means unlike other applications if […]

How to acquire British Nationality

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British Nationality Unlike other areas of immigration law, British Nationality is not a ‘right’ nor an‘entitlement’, but a matter of law which can be granted or refused at the Home Secretary’s discretion. The application process will ask you to satisfy certain criteria, however it is for the Home Secretary to decide whether these criteria can […]

UK Business & Work Permits

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UK Work Permits (PBS) / Business Visas For individuals looking to come or continue to stay in the UK in a professional capacity in order to pursue a career path; there are several visa categories meant to support such professionals and UK businesses in search of those skilled personnel. Main Categories Long-term work visas General […]

Funding boost for councils looking after asylum seeking children

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A significant increase in funding for local authorities looking after unaccompanied asylum seeking children (UASC), has been announced today (8 May 2019) by the Immigration Minister Caroline Nokes. The change means that local authorities will be paid the same amount for every UASC that they look after, regardless of the child’s age or when they […]