A Bolivian national who had resided in the UK for over 20 years recently lost a judicial review challenging an entry clearance refusal. The claimant, previously married to a British national, argued that he did not receive the curtailment notice. The case, Escobar v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] EWHC 1097 (Admin),...

The UK immigration landscape is complex, with various rules and provisions designed to address the diverse situations of immigrants. One significant rule is the 20-year rule for long residence, which offers a pathway for individuals who have lived in the UK continuously for 20 years to apply for leave to remain. The 20-year rule, contained...

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...