In the UK’s immigration system, employers seeking to hire overseas workers under skilled worker routes or extend work permits for current sponsored employees must possess a valid sponsor licence. This licence requires periodic renewal and paying the appropriate renewal fees. Understanding these fees is vital for employers to maintain their ability to sponsor workers effectively....
The much-debated increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) in the UK, initially expected to be implemented by mid-January 2024, is now set for a House of Commons debate on 10 January 2024. With this development, the earliest possible date for the new IHS fee rates to take effect has been pushed to 31 January...
In a significant policy shift, Home Secretary James Cleverly unveiled a comprehensive “five-point plan” on 4 December 2023 aimed at curtailing immigration numbers in the UK. Subsequent details released by the Home Office on 21 December 2023 outlined not only the planned changes but also modifications to the original proposals. 1. Restricting dependents for social...
The Graduate Visa route offers a promising opportunity for students who have completed eligible UK qualifications to remain in the country for work. This visa allows a stay of two years (or three for doctorate awardees). The route offers a flexible option for graduates exploring their career paths. What can graduate visa holders do and...
The UK Home Office is set to revolutionise its approach to statelessness with the introduction of Appendix Statelessness, effective from 31 January 2024. This new appendix replaces the existing provisions for Stateless Persons found in Part 14 of the Immigration Rules. Key highlights of the Appendix Statelessness: New routes for partners and children: From 16...
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