Understanding the latest financial requirements for UK spouse and partner visas can be daunting. The intricacies of the rules, spread across Appendix FM, Appendix FM-SE, and detailed Home Office policy guidance, require a thorough understanding to ensure applications meet the strict criteria for spouse and partner visas. The minimum income requirement for spouse and partner...

Applicants with Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) issued before 4 April 2024, or those who have continuously held a Skilled Worker visa since receiving their first Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa before this date, benefit from lower salary requirements. Specifically, such applicants are expected to meet either £29,000 annually or the lower going rate for...

With over 1.9 million visitor visas granted in the year ending September 2023, the UK remains a prime destination for tourists, business travellers, and students. However, the Home Office’s latest report indicates a drop in the grant rate, emphasising the importance of a well-prepared application. The ‘Genuine Visitor’ requirement The UK’s visitor visa encompasses various...

The latest Home Office guidelines, effective from 4 April 2024, bring into focus crucial aspects of these visas, particularly the nuances of supplementary employment. Find out a comprehensive overview of these regulations, aiding both visa holders and employers in staying aligned with the law. What is supplementary employment? Supplementary employment allows Skilled Worker visa holders...

The latest updates from the Home Office, effective from 17 July 2023, have introduced substantial changes in the transition from a student to skilled worker visa. This tightening of regulations is a decisive move by the UK Government, impacting the future of many international students and their potential employers. As experts in UK immigration law,...