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Innovator endorsing bodies

Innovator endorsing bodies On the 23 rd March 2023, The Home Office updated their list of authorising endorsing bodies that are able to issue endorsements for innovator visas. An organisation can only issue an endorsement if its on the list. You can find the updated...

New decision-waiting times have been published by Home Office In March 2023, the Home Office published new decision-waiting times. Type of visa A decision will usually be made within… Student visa (applying from outside the UK) 3 weeks (if applying from outside the...

View Your Immigration Status Online

The UK immigration system is becoming increasingly digital. When you receive a decision on your application, you will also be told whether you can use the “View and Prove Service.” This service allows you (and your landlords and employers) to check your immigration...

Q: Can you help me get a Schengen visa? A: Our firm specialises in assisting people who wish to come (or stay) in the UK. We are unable to provide advice regarding travel to other countries. However, if you wish to get a Schengen visa, there is advice here and each...

Derivative Right to Reside’

New Guidance Published for EUSS ‘Derivative Right to Reside’ In February 2023, the Home Office issued updated guidance to clarify whether an applicant meets the requirements for a ‘derivative right to reside.’ What is a derivative claim? A person who does not qualify...

New Marriage age in the UK

Under New Law, You Must Be 18 to Marry – Even in a Traditional Ceremony On 27th February 2023, the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 came into force. Although it was previously acceptable for those as young as 16 to marry if they had parental...