Appendix Skilled Occupations: Guide 2026
Section A: What is Appendix Skilled Occupations? Appendix Skilled Occupations is an important reference point for occupation codes and going rates used across sponsored work routes, including Skilled Worker visa, Global Business Mobility and Scale Up routes. Each listed occupation is assigned a Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code, a going rate and skill […]
UK Immigration Rules 2026 | Guide for Applicants & Sponsors
Section A: Overview of the UK Immigration Rules The UK Immigration Rules are a comprehensive set of regulations that govern the entry, stay, and exit of foreign nationals in the United Kingdom. They form the framework through which the Home Office implements immigration policy and determine who can come to the UK, for […]
Set M: ILR Application Guide 2026
The Set M form is used to apply for UK indefinite leave to remain (ILR) if you are the partner, parent or child of a person who is already settled in the UK or a British citizen. With ILR, you can live and work in the UK unrestricted by the length of stay and without immigration […]
Resident Labour Market Test: 2026 Rules for UK Employers
The Resident Labour Market Test was abolished in 2020 following changes to the UK’s immigration system which, among other reforms, saw the introduction of the Skilled Worker visa. Under the current Skilled Worker rules, there is no longer a mandatory advertising test. Sponsors instead are required to demonstrate a genuine vacancy and meet the requirements […]
UK Visa Nationals List 2026
If you’re planning to visit the UK, either for personal or professional reasons, you will need to check whether you’re required to apply for a visit visa or if you can travel to the UK visa-free. This will ultimately depend on whether or not you are from a country on the ‘UK visa nationals list’. […]
Guide to the EEA Regulations 2016
The Immigration (European Economic Area) Regulations 2016 governed the rights of European Economic Area (EEA) nationals and their family members to live, work, and study in the United Kingdom prior to Brexit. Made under section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972, the Regulations implemented Directive 2004/38/EC (the Free Movement Directive) in UK law and […]
Border Security & Immigration Bill 2025
The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill 2025 is a proposed legislative package to reshape parts of the UK’s border, asylum and immigration framework. Positioned by the Government as a response to irregular migration pressures, including small boat crossings, it follows the Nationality and Borders Act 2022 and the Illegal Migration Act 2023. The Bill […]
Form MN1: Register a Child as a British Citizen
To register your child for British citizenship, you will need to complete form MN1. Becoming a British citizen is a significant life event. As well as allowing your child to apply for a British passport, British citizenship also means your child can live, work and study in the UK on a permanent basis, entirely free […]
UK Points Based Immigration System Guide
Section A: Points Based Immigration The United Kingdom’s Points Based Immigration System (PBS) sets the framework for those looking to apply for a UK work, study or business visa. At its core, the PBS assigns applicants points for various attributes and qualifications, such as professional skills, educational background, salary levels and English language […]
Remote & Hybrid Working: UK Visa & Sponsorship Rules
In this guide, we outline some of the issues for employers to be aware of when implementing hybrid and remote working arrangements for sponsored and overseas workers. Section A: What is hybrid & remote working? Remote working is where an employee works outside of a traditional office environment or other fixed workplace, typically […]