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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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Navigating the Future: Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) Report on IT and Engineering Migration Policies
Discover key insights from the Migration Advisory Committee's 2025 report on how UK immigration reforms will affect IT and engineering employers. Learn about salary thresholds, skilled worker routes, and strategic sector growth
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UK Immigration White Paper 2025 – Part 3: Implications of the Proposed 10-Year Settlement Rule for Employers and Visa Holders
Explore how the UK’s proposed 10-year settlement rule could affect skilled workers and sponsors. Includes legal analysis, employer advice, and links to White Paper coverage.
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UK Immigration White Paper 2025 – Part 2: Understanding the Direction of UK Immigration and Labour Market Reform: Key Insights for Employers
A closer look at the UK Government’s proposed immigration reforms and what they mean for employers, sponsors, and workforce planning.
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UK Immigration White Paper 2025 – Part 1: What the White Paper Means for Employers & Sponsors
Explore the UK government's 2025 Immigration White Paper: Skilled Worker reforms, visa thresholds, dependants, settlement rules & sponsor compliance updates.
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British Citizenship Updates: New Rules & What You Need to Know
Learn about the latest British citizenship rule changes and how they impact applicants. Understand the new restrictions and explore your options with expert legal guidance.
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10 Year Long Residence - Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Applications
A Long Residence application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), also known as settlement, is designed for individuals who have lived lawfully and continuously in the UK for at least 10 years.
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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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Civil Penalty For Employing Illegal Workers To Increase - Next Steps?
UK Visas and Immigration have confirmed in their Code of Practice on Preventing Illegal Working that the fee increase comes into effect on 22 January 2024.
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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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The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) to increase in January 2024
The increase in Immigration Health Surcharge (HIS) is expected to take effect on or around 16 January 2024. The payment of the charge allows access to the same NHS services as UK residents.
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