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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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UK ETA Enforcement from 25 February 2026: What Travellers Need to Know
From 25 February 2026, the UK will fully enforce ETA rules. Travellers without a valid ETA or eVisa will be refused boarding.
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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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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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Can Hong Kong Nationals Claim Asylum in the UK?
The Hong Kong BNO visa is not appropriate for every BNO citizen in Hong Kong. In this blog post, we discuss how Hong Kongers can claim asylum in the UK.
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Brexit and football transfers
Brexit has made it harder for British football clubs to sign players from Europe: clubs now need a sponsor licence and players must have a suitable visa.
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Asylum Seekers Right to Work
Asylum seekers awaiting a decision on their application often cannot work in the UK. Read more about the right to work status of asylum seekers in the UK.
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