Knowing how to track your UK Visa Application status is important if you are planning to apply for a visa or are awaiting a decision on an immigration application. The Home Office UKVI have set standards on their average processing times, these can vary based on...
The Immigration Rules specify a financial requirement to be met by a partner or dependant child of a British citizen or permanent resident when looking to apply for permission to stay in the UK. The financial requirement can be met solely from cash savings or by...
Updated on 10 October 2023 What is a UK Spouse Visa? The UK Spouse Visa falls under the Family Visa category for those who are married to either British Citizens or individuals who are permanent residents of the UK. This post explores the Spouse Visa requirements,...
Updated on 10 October 2023 International students in the UK who are married to British Citizens or settled persons can switch to the Spouse Visa route under the Immigration Rules. Switching from a Tier 4 student visa to a spouse visa has many benefits, including no...
All long-term visa applicants who wish to enter the UK and who are normally residents in certain countries will need to be screened for tuberculosis (TB). As part of the UK visa application, a negative TB test result is required from a Home Office-approved clinic. In...
The English language requirement for applicants joining their partners in the UK was introduced on 29 November 2010. Under the Immigration Rules Appendix FM, this requirement applies to anyone applying for entry clearance from outside the UK or leave to remain...
