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...
In this post, we explore the residence requirements to apply for British Citizenship by naturalisation. The criteria for naturalisation is a matter of law as set out in the British Nationality Act 1981, it is not an automatic entitlement. In addition to the residence...
Earlier this year, a new biometric process for immigration applications was introduced with the UKVCAS IDV mobile app. In line with their biometric reuse policy, the Home Office UKVI are now shifting towards a simpler process of proving one’s identity for immigration...
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...
Updated on 10 October 2023 Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is an immigration term that means permanent residency or settlement in the UK. It is widely known that the ILR status allows you to live, work or study in the UK without restrictions on the length of stay and...
European nationals who are or were present in the UK as either students or self-sufficient persons under the Immigration (EEA Regulations) 2006 (as amended in 2016) are required to have Comprehensive Sickness Insurance (CSI). The aforementioned Regulations have...
