So, the UK population has voted on the EU Referendum, to leave the EU What does this mean for EU nationals and their families currently residing inside the UK? Until the UK Government invokes Article 50 and triggers the two-year time limit to leave the E.U, our relationship with EU and immigration policies will remain […]
Policy and Legislation
Immigration Right to Rent Checks
People who are allowed to be in the UK have a right to rent and a right to rent check should be made by landlords. If a landlord cannot show the check was made, or are renting to someone who isn’t allowed to stay in the UK, there could be fine to pay (civil penalty). […]
English Language Requirement for Family visas
On 18 January a new English language requirement was announced for applicants seeking to extend their stay in the UK in family visa categories. Non-EEA national partners and parents in the family routes will be required to pass a speaking and listening test at level A2 to be eligible, after two-and-a half-years in the UK, for […]
NEW HOME OFFICE FEES FOR 2016/2017!
On the 11 January 2016, the government set out its proposed changes to the fees for visas, immigration and nationality applications and associated premium services for 2016–17. Specific fee changes for 2016–17 will apply after further legislation is laid in Parliament by April this year. The new legislation will set new maximum levels on the […]
