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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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Working on a UK visa
Many visas allow people to work in the UK, but did you know that some visas have restrictions over what jobs you can do and how many hours you can work?
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Immigration and the World Cup
As Messi guided Argentina to a poignant success, we reflect on how migration shaped the Qatar World Cup in 2022.
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Right to Work Checks
UK employers must conduct right to work checks on all UK-based employees to ensure they have correct status to work in the UK. Here, we answer some FAQs.
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Right to Work Checks: What Employers Need to Know
Employers must conduct a right to work check on all employers to ensure that they are allowed to work in the UK, click here to read more about the checks.
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The ECAA Visa
The ECAA visa allows Turkish nationals who are aged over 18 to come to the UK to set up or join a business. The ECAA visa is closed for new applicants.
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Paragon Law appoints two new directors
At Paragon Law we are delighted to announce that James Firman and Emma Okenyi have been made directors. Read more about this milestone.
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Early Closure - 16th November
On Wednesday 16th November we will be closing our office at 2pm. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
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The Rwanda Plan
The Rwanda asylum plan is an immigration policy created by the UK government whereby some asylum seekers who arrive in the UK may be relocated to Rwanda.
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World Event for Young Artists
As part of the Cultural Olympiad Nottingham hosted the World Event for Young Artists (WEYA) in 2012. Never one to miss out, we co-hosted a night of music.
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Walking for the RNLI
To raise money for the RNLI and to celebrate our 18th birthday, our colleagues completed a 20(ish) mile walk from Nottingham to Newark.
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