As of 6th April 2012, a number of changes have been made to the Immigration rules. Read the rest of this entry »
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Tier 2 limit announcement for 2012 – 2013
The following updates have been made to the Tier 2 category Read the rest of this entry »
New application forms to be introduced on 6th April 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 used by those who apply under any of the above routes on or after 6th April 2012.
If you require guidance or seek assistance with the application process please call us on 01793 836010.
Tier 1 (Post-study work) route will close on 6th April 2012
On 6th April 2012, the Tier 1 (Post-study work) route will be closed. Read the rest of this entry »
Migrants Will Need to Earn at Least £35,000 to Settle in the UK
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 the rest of this entry »
New Immigration Fees to be Introduced in April 2012
From 6 April 2012, the Home Office plan to increase visa fees and UK-based visa application fees. Read the rest of this entry »
Biometric Residence Permits Introduced for a Wide Range of Immigration Categories
Biometric Residence Permits will be replacing passport visa documentation. Read the rest of this entry »
New Regulations on the Student Visa System
Tier 1 (Post Study Work) will close to new applicants from 5 April 2012. Read the rest of this entry »
Biometric ID Cards Introduced for Settlement Applications
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
This means that successful applicants will receive a separate biometric ID card (residence permit) which contains details of their immigration status. This will need to be presented together with the passport as evidence of right to stay in the UK.
It will still be possible for legal representatives to provide a premium service for urgent applications. However this will be on a first come, first served basis and subject to availability.
If you are planning on making an application to extend your UK visa or leave to remain and are considering a premium application, call our offices on 01793 836010 to discuss how we can help.
Introduction of Fees for Asylum and Immigration Appeals
From 19 December 2011, those who want to appeal against an immigration decision will be required to pay a fee to the First-Tier Immigration Tribunal.
Note: This will not apply to those with immigration decision notices dated before 19 December 2011.
In addition, from the above date, people will NOT be able to lodge appeals directly to the oversees visa application centres and will only be able to make appeals to the tribunal located in the UK.
This introduction of fees highlights the importance of seeking professional advice at an early stage of the appeal process. If you’re looking for someone to manage your appeal please contact us on 01793 836010.