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Can I Self Sponsor Myself To Work In The UK?
Overseas entrepreneurs can't self sponsor a skilled worker visa. Individuals wishing to set up a business in the UK must first apply for a sponsor licence.
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Sponsored and Non-Sponsored Work Visa Routes UK
What is the difference between sponsored and non-sponsored UK visa routes? Paragon Law explains eligibility criteria and application processes to navigate the UK visa system.
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Important Update: UK eVisa Transition Period Extended to 1 June 2025
Updated on 4 March 2025 to reflect the latest Home Office announcement extending the eVisa transition period.
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Immigration Judicial Review
A judicial review is when you challenge a Home Office decision on the basis that the decision was unlawful, irrational or procedurally improper.
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Immigration Health Surcharge
Individuals looking to come to the UK for at least 6 months must pay the immigration health surcharge in order to access NHS services whilst in the UK.
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UK Spouse Visa Financial Requirement 2023
The minimum income requirement for the UK Spouse Visa is £18,600, read more about how the financial requirement can be met.
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Gaining work experience in the legal industry
Gaining work experience in the legal industry can be challenging, in this blog TJ tells us what he learnt during his work experience at Paragon Law.
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English Language Requirement For UK Visas In 2024
Prior to settling in the UK certain applicants may be required to prove their knowledge of English by passing a secure English language test (SELT).
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Work Experience at an Immigration Law firm
Ever wondered what it’s like to gain work experience at a top-tier immigration law firm. In this blog, Emily discusses her work experience at Paragon Law.
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Digital right to work checks and digital identity certification
Identification Document Validation Technology (IDVT) can be used by employers to do digital right to work checks on eligible British and Irish citizens.
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Defending your family and private life; defending Mr Justice Blake
In 2012, a decision by Mr Justice Blake, President of the Upper Tribunal Immigration and Asylum Chamber came under fire by the media.
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Climate Refugees
In response to the climate crisis, Paragon Law and Nottingham Trent University are co-funding a PhD into climate change and refugee law.
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Climate Change and Refugee Law
Climate change is the defining crisis of this generation, with NTU we are co-funding a PhD which investigates climate change in relation to refugee law.
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