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Category Archives: Sponsors and Students
When assigning Tier 2 certificates of sponsorships on or after the 13 December 2012 you must rely on the Standard of Occupation Classification Codes that was last updated on 13 December found on the UKBA website.
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The vice-chancellor of London Metropolitan University said the institution would “fundamentally contest” the UKBA’s decision to revoke its licence to sponsor international students. The university will be in court this week to try to put a stop to the implementation … Continue reading
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London Metropolitan University has set up a hotline offering help and support for thousands of worried international students following reports that it is about to lose its Tier 4 licence. The university PBS licence was suspended further to their failure … Continue reading
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Tesco could face a fine of up to £200,000 for having students working up to three and a half times longer than their visas allowed. Working more than your permitted number of working hours is a breach of the immigration rules and … Continue reading
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The UKBA released another Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules on 9 July 2012 which introduced the following: A provision for an Entry Clearance Officer to be satisfied that an applicant is a genuine student before granting entry clearance … Continue reading
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The UKBA have just released more detailed information regarding the Premiums Services for Sponsors. To be eligible for the service, you must be an A-rated sponsor who is able to demonstrate that you continue to fulfil you duties as a … Continue reading
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Part of the reforms to the student visa route is that Tier 4 sponsors will need to obtain highly trusted sponsor status and also a satisfactory review or an inspection by one of the publicly approved and recognised inspection bodies. … Continue reading
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The following changes were announced this morning by Immigration Minister Damian Green. The changes will come into effect on 4 July 2011. The aim of the revised Immigration Rules is to “deliver a strong migration system which tackles immigration abuse, … Continue reading
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Compliance as a UKBA licensed educational provider has become increasingly important and a huge consideration in the day to day running of a business. UKBA visits are on the rise and we have been approached by a number of educational … Continue reading
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Schools, Colleges and Universities around the UK that are registered by the UKBA as Tier 4 sponsors should be aware of the importance of complying with their sponsorship duties. As of 21 April 2011, B-rated Tier 4 sponsors will not … Continue reading
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