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UK cracks down on employers with surge in sponsor licence revocations
September 30, 2025
Back in May 2025, the UK Home Office issued a white paper that shook the immigration system and is going to have a significant impact on a number of groups including Families, Skilled Workers and Students. Some of these new rules are now coming into force (or already implemented), so it’s vital to understand what they mean for you, so you can act swiftly.
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Right to Work: Common mistakes putting employers at risk
August 29, 2025
Back in May 2025, the UK Home Office issued a white paper that shook the immigration system and is going to have a significant impact on a number of groups including Families, Skilled Workers and Students. Some of these new rules are now coming into force (or already implemented), so it’s vital to understand what they mean for you, so you can act swiftly.
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New UK immigration White Paper: Families, Workers & Students affected
July 31, 2025
Back in May 2025, the UK Home Office issued a white paper that shook the immigration system and is going to have a significant impact on a number of groups including Families, Skilled Workers and Students. Some of these new rules are now coming into force (or already implemented), so it’s vital to understand what they mean for you, so you can act swiftly.
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UK to phase out visa vignettes for work and study routes
June 27, 2025
From 15 July, the UK will stop issuing physical visa vignettes to many work and study visa applicants - this article covers who will be affected – both applicants and employers – by these changes from physical visa vignette to eVisa.
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Biometric and eVisa changes in the UK – don’t risk the penalties
May 30, 2025
There are new and extremely important updates to UK immigration which have just come into force, along with penalties for non-compliance. These updates include new regulations on providing your biometric data at the UK border, the requirement for most people to update their facial biometrics every ten years, as well as a reminder on the timeline to switch your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) to an eVisa.
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New UK visa application fees 2025 [Latest updates]
April 29, 2025
If you’re applying or thinking of applying for a UK visa, then this guide will cover what you need to know about the fee changes which came into effect on April 9th. As we discussed in an earlier blog, there were a number of changes to UK immigration rules announced just recently, but in this article we will focus specifically on the changes to application fees and what this means for you.
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Home Office issues new immigration rules: Statement of Changes with effect from April 2025
March 28, 2025
The changes take effect from 9 April 2025 and focus primarily around sponsored workers, care providers, and visitors from Trinidad and Tobago. They are outlined in the UK Home Office’s Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC 733) on 12 March 2025. So that’s what I’ll explain in this article – the changes that are being made by the UK Home Office and what they might mean for you. As always, if you’re confused about any of the updated regulations, it’s always best to speak to an immigration lawyer to ensure your application has the best possible chance of success.
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ETA when travelling to the UK: Everything you need to know [2025]
February 28, 2025
If you’re thinking of travelling to the UK there are some important new developments you need to be aware of. Many people will now need an authorisation – known as an ETA – before they travel. The ETA is a digital authorisation linked to an applicant’s current, valid passport, allowing travel to the UK for up to six months for a variety of purposes including tourism, business, or short-term study.
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UK immigration and visa updates: What you need to know in 2025
January 31, 2025
This article will discuss some of the key changes and updates rolling out in 2025. From the transition to digital eVisas for Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) holders, to the rebranding of the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC), this year brings a host of developments that individuals and organisations need to be aware of. And if you’re planning to visit the UK, you’ll also want to know about the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), a new requirement for many travellers.
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Understanding the Family Member of a PBS Migrant Visa: A guide for dependants
November 29, 2024
In this guide I’ll discuss eligibility criteria, application steps, and what life on a PBS Dependant Visa entails. As always, it’s worth speaking to an immigration lawyer to ensure you get the most up-to-date and tailored advice.
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Where’s my visa? How to find out about a delayed UK immigration decision
October 31, 2024
In this article, we’ll walk you through several key strategies, from contacting UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) directly to more formal processes like engaging your local MP or initiating a Judicial Review.
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Changes to UK visa processing – application centres
September 27, 2024
In this blog I’m going to cover changes that are just coming in regarding the actual application centres where your UK visa is processed. So, if you are looking to apply for a UK visa, or have already applied for one, it’s important you stay up to date on these changes.