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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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The 2024 Key Home Office Dates Have Been Announced
The dates for the increase to the skilled worker salary threshold and family income increase have been announced. UKVI also announced that sponsor licence renewals are to be scrapped.
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Immigration Announcement - 2024 Additional Information
A 2024 immigration law update surrounding the UK Government's announcement of upcoming changes to the skilled worker visa and corporate sponsorship.
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What Next For The Graduate Visa Route?
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) assessed the effectiveness of the UK Graduate Visa route, declaring suggestions for a potential format change.
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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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Care Worker Shortages: A Roundtable Report
In May 2022, we participated in a roundtable event to discuss the labour shortages in the UK's care sector. Read more about the discussion.
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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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