Last reviewed: April 2026 A PAN card is a legal requirement for NRIs and OCI holders conducting any financial activity in India. This applies to property transactions, NRO account opening, repatriation of funds, tax filing, and high-value investments. FEMA (the...
On 20 November 2025, the UK Home Office published A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: A statement and accompanying consultation on earned settlement, proposing the most far‑reaching reform of settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain, or ILR) in decades. The paper seeks to...
On 29 September 2025, the Home Secretary announced a proposed new contribution-based settlement model to reduce net migration. Applicants would generally need to have been lawfully resident in the UK for 10 years, double the current five-year standard, unless they...
UK Spouse Visa processing time is one of the most common concerns for couples planning their lives together in the United Kingdom. Timelines vary depending on whether the application is made inside or outside the UK, as well as the level of service chosen. Delays can...
In July 2025, the UK tightened its Skilled Worker visa requirements, raising the minimum skill level to graduate-equivalent (RQF Level 6) and increasing salary thresholds. To prevent disruption to industries facing shortages, the government introduced the Temporary...
