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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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UK Asylum Protection Changes: Reduced to 30 Months from March 2026
From 2 March 2026, the UK will reduce refugee protection from five years to 30 months. We explain the impact on renewals, settlement and family reunion.
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Home Office Guidance on Asylum Seekers Volunteering in the UK
Are asylum seekers allowed to volunteer in the UK? We explain Home Office policy, compliance risks, and practical HR steps to ensure volunteering does not amount to unauthorised work.
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Refugee Family Reunion Route Closed: What Families Must Do Now
The Refugee Family Reunion route closed on 4 September 2025. Families must now apply under the Family Visa Rules, facing income, housing, English, and fee requirements.
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Paragon Law Recognised as a Top Tier Firm in The Legal 500 for Immigration Law Services
For the 2025 edition, we have been named a ‘Top Tier Firm’, and throughout 2024, we have been recognised as a ‘Leading Firm’ for client satisfaction.
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The UK Illegal Migration Act - 2024 Update
An in-depth update surrounding recent amendments to the Uk Illegal Migration Act. Including bill coverage and recent 2024 section 2 implementations.
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What Can UK Asylum Seekers Expect In 2024 Under New Labour Government?
As the 2024 Labour Government's Asylum approach is set to be unveiled, expect Asylum law changes, with Rwanda partnership already a confirmed dismissal.
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The Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration Bill 2023)
Thal dives deeper into the proposition of the Rwanda Bill and how the UK Government dealt with The Supreme Court ruling. Will the bill become legislation?
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New Home Secretary & Another Knee-Jerk Reaction To Immigration Policy
The new Home Secretary, James Cleverly, is out of the starting blocks with his five-point plan announced in parliament on the 4th of December 2023.
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Rwanda Policy Versus The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court held that the UK government's 'Illegal Migration Act - Rwanda Policy', which involved the relocation of asylum seekers, was unlawful.
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Illegal Migration Act 2023
Enacted on 20 July 2023, the act has set a devastating precedent of endangering vulnerable people in the name of Rishi Sunak’s campaign slogan ‘Stop the boats’.
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