On May 13, 2024, the UK Home Office made a significant change by expanding its policy to include all failed asylum seekers in the Rwanda deportation scheme. This decision has sparked a heated debate nationwide, shedding light on the continuing difficulties and circumstances faced by these individuals under the new legal framework. Background and Policy...

The UK’s 10-year Long Residence route offers an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) pathway for those who have built their lives in the UK for over a decade. However, the complexities of immigration laws often introduce scenarios where applicants might find themselves unintentionally overstaying. The Court of Appeal’s rulings, specifically in cases like Hoque [2020]...

The Home Office has announced amendments to the Adults at Risk guidance, scheduled to take effect on May 21, 2024. These changes, revealed through the draft statutory Adults at Risk guidance published on April 30, 2024, mark a pivotal moment in the UK’s approach to handling vulnerable individuals within the immigration system. Historically, the guidance...

In a pivotal ruling, the Court of Appeal has affirmed the application of paragraph 322(1A) of the immigration rules in cases where an applicant’s circumstances have shifted, yet the basis of their application contains discrepancies rooted in previous submissions. The decision in Al-Azad v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] EWCA Civ 407...

The UK Graduate Visa offers an invaluable opportunity for international students to extend their stay post-graduation. Introduced as part of the government’s strategy to retain the brightest and best global talents, this unsponsored work route allows graduates to seek or undertake employment without the constraints of a specific job offer or sponsorship. Here, we explore...