Immigration Salary List 2025
The Immigration Salary List (ISL) specifies occupations that are eligible for the Skilled Worker visa route with reduced salary thresholds. The ISL no longer lowers the minimum skill requirement. Following rule changes from 22 July 2025, the ISL operates alongside the Temporary Shortage List (TSL). ISL jobs normally must be at RQF Level 6 to be newly […]
UK Visa Extension Guide: Step-by-Step
A UK visa extension allows individuals who are already in the United Kingdom on a valid visa to prolong their stay beyond the original expiry date of their visa. This process is essential for those who wish to continue their studies, employment, or other activities in the UK without interruption. The extension application involves providing […]
UK Minister of Religion Visa: Process & Requirements
If you are looking to come to the UK to work as a religious minister, and you are subject to UK immigration control, you will typically need a Minister of Religion visa. The Minister of Religion Visa allows religious leaders and individuals with key roles in faith-based organisations to live and work in the UK. […]
Switch to Skilled Worker Visa Guide
For individuals already in the UK on a different type of visa, switching to a Skilled Worker Visa can offer several benefits. Switching to a Skilled Worker Visa not only allows you to work in the UK in an eligible role, it can also be a significant step in advancing your career, paving the way […]
Skilled Worker Tier 2 Dependent Visa Guide
The Tier 2 dependant visa, now replaced by the Skilled Worker dependant visa under the points-based immigration system, is the primary route for families to join a family member that has secured a sponsored role in the UK. While the dependant visa offers holders a number of benefits, it also comes with certain restrictions. In […]
Can EU Citizens Work in the UK?
Under the rules of the UK’s post-Brexit points-based system, EU citizens are able to work in the UK provided they have the relevant permission. Those already resident in the UK by 31 December 2020 were required to apply for EU settled status by 30 June 2021 to safeguard their permanent status. Those coming to the […]
PBS Dependant Visa UK Guide
A PBS dependant visa, or Family Member of a PBS Migrant visa as it is also known, gives permission to enter and remain in the UK to certain family members of individuals who have or are applying for a UK visa under the UK’s points-based system (PBS) for immigration. The ‘main applicant’ or ‘visa holder’ […]
UK Visa Application Guide 2025
Most people coming to the UK will need a visa. A visa is the permission from the UK Government to come to the UK, or to remain here, for a specific period of time and for a specific purpose – whether to visit, work, study or join family. The UK visa application process can, however, […]
Long Term Visa Options for the UK
There are many reasons why you might want to apply for a long term UK visa, including to work, to do business, to do a course of study or to join your relatives. Under the UK’s Immigration Rules, there are various long-term visa options for those looking to live, work, study or join family members […]