Can My Wife Cancel My Spouse Visa?
Under UK immigration law, a spouse visa allows the husband, wife or partner of a British citizen or a person settled in the UK to live together in the UK. It is issued under the Family Migration provisions of Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules and is based on the existence of a genuine and […]
UK Spouse Visa Document Checklist
A UK Spouse Visa application is decided on the strength of its documents. Under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules and Appendix FM-SE, applicants must evidence their relationship, finances, accommodation, and English language to a strict evidential standard. The process is digital-first via UKVCAS in the UK or TLScontact overseas, with caseworkers assessing what you […]
Switching from Student Visa to Spouse Visa in UK
If you are currently living and studying in the UK under a student visa and are married to or in a civil partnership with a British citizen or UK settled person, you may be looking at the spouse visa as an option to remain in the UK after your studies. Switching from a student visa […]
Indefinite Leave to Remain UK Spouse Guide
Indefinite leave to remain (ILR) is the UK’s form of permanent residence. For spouses and partners of British citizens or settled persons, ILR marks the transition from temporary permission under a spouse/partner visa to settled status. It removes immigration time limits and allows you to live, work, and study in the UK without restriction. ILR […]
Family Reunion Visa UK (Closed Route)
The UK’s Family Reunion visa was once a vital route for reuniting families separated by conflict and persecution. It allowed recognised refugees and individuals granted humanitarian protection in the UK to bring close family members — typically a partner or dependent children — to join them. This route is now closed to new applications from […]
Family Visitor Visa UK (Rules & Eligibility)
The Family Visitor Visa allows overseas nationals to travel to the UK to spend time with close family members on a temporary basis. While the term “Family Visitor Visa” is still commonly used, it is no longer a distinct immigration category. Family visits now fall under the Standard Visitor Visa route governed by Appendix V […]
Indefinite Leave to Remain: Private Life Route Guide
In this guide for ILR applicants, we explain the eligibility requirements when applying for UK indefinite leave on the basis of private life and share practical advice on how to apply for settlement. What is the private life route under the Immigration Rules? The private life route is for those seeking permission to […]
ILR for Children Born Outside the UK: Employer Guidance
When employees apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK, the immigration status of their dependent children born outside the UK can present complex challenges for employers. Understanding how these cases impact right to work checks, sponsor licence compliance, and HR practices is essential for employers managing a diverse workforce. This guide provides […]
Ukraine Family Scheme Visa: Complete UK Guide
The Ukraine Family Visa Scheme has now closed. Read our updated guide to the UK immigration routes and schemes for Ukrainian refugees here. The Ukraine family scheme visa was launched by the UK Government on 4 March 2022. The visa is open to Ukrainian family members of British nationals, UK settled persons and certain […]
Family of British Nationals in Ukraine: UK Visa Concession
The temporary concession has now closed. Read our updated guide to immigration routes for Ukrainian refugees here. The UK government has introduced new temporary visa concessions for family members of British nationals living in Ukraine. Under guidance published by the UK Home Office, eligible individuals can make an application for a family migration visa, […]