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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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Support for Ukrainian nationals
In response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, the UK government has announced a number of routes available to Ukrainians seeking to come to the UK.
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UK Visa Processing Times
Many factors impact visa processing times, this article is a summary of the current (average) processing times. For accurate information refer to UKVI.
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Immigration Rules Change For Skilled Workers and Sponsors - April 2024
UK Visas and Immigration recently released upcoming changes to the Skilled Worker Route, including updated salary thresholds for skilled worker sponsorship.
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UK Graduate Route Review - March 2024
UK Home Secretary, James Cleverly sparks urgency for a rapid review of the Graduate Route by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC).
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India Young Professionals Scheme - Ballot System Opening Feb 2024
Immigration lawyers Paragon Law explain the requirements for this visa scheme, how the ballot system works and how to qualify to apply.
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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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UK Immigration Rules Changes in 2023: What you need to know
There have been recent changes to UK immigration rules in 2023. Read this blog and learn how they will affect student, personal, and work visas.
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Scale-Up Worker Visa or the Skilled Worker Visa
Both the Skilled Worker visa and the Scale-Up visa have a sponsorship element, but what makes them different? Read our article to find out.
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Sponsor Licence Statistics
Despite the benefits of hiring overseas skilled workers, only 3% of UK employers have a sponsor licence. So why do so few employers hold a sponsor licence?
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Minimum salary for the Skilled Worker Visa UK
From 12 April 2023, the Skilled Worker Visa salary requirement will increase. Read more about the increase to the Skilled Worker visa minimum salary.
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