Form AN British Naturalisation Form
Form AN is used by most non-UK nationals applying to naturalise in the UK as a British citizen. It is important that you ensure you satisfy the eligibility requirements for naturalisation before starting the application process, and that you take care when completing the form. Failure to complete Form AN correctly may result in a […]
ILR for Dependants
The route from a dependent visa to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK allows family members of primary visa holders to achieve settled status. Dependants, including spouses, partners and children, may qualify for ILR if they meet specific requirements, such as completing the necessary residency period. Attaining ILR is an important step for […]
EEA Family Permit Guide 2025
The EEA Family Permit was an immigration route that allowed non-EEA family members to join or accompany EEA or Swiss nationals in the UK. It granted permission to live, work and study in the UK for up to six months and allowed unrestricted travel in and out of the country during that period. This route […]
Tier 1 Entrepreneur ILR Guide
Tier 1 Entrepreneur ILR applications must be made by 5 April 2025. This follows the deadline for Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa extension applications on 5 April 2023, and the closure of this visa route to new applicants in 2019. This means if you’re currently living in the UK with valid leave as a Tier 1 […]
EEA Registration Certificate: Status in 2025
The EEA Registration Certificate was a document issued to European Economic Area (EEA) nationals who wanted official confirmation of their right to live and work in the UK under EU free movement rules. While it was not a legal requirement for EEA citizens, the certificate was often used as proof of residence when dealing with […]
EEA Permanent Residence: Guide for 2025
EEA Permanent Residence was a UK status granted to eligible European Economic Area nationals and their family members under EU free movement rules. However, following Brexit, this status is no longer valid, and those who previously held it must apply for a different form of UK immigration status. The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) was introduced […]
EEA National: UK Residency, Work & Post-Brexit Rules
An EEA national is a citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes all EU member states, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Switzerland is not part of the EEA but has similar rights under separate agreements. Before Brexit, EEA nationals could live, work, and study in the UK without […]
BNO Passport: Rights, Visa Options & UK Residency
Holding a BNO passport does not automatically grant the right to live in the UK—a common misconception. Instead, BNO status provides access to the BNO visa route, which comes with specific eligibility requirements, costs, and conditions. From work rights to long-term settlement, understanding these rules is essential for anyone looking to make the move. For […]
British Citizenship by Descent: Eligibility Rules
British citizenship by descent allows individuals who were not born in the UK to become British citizens on the basis of a parent’s, or in some cases grandparent’s, British status. What is British citizenship by decent? Under UK nationality rules, British citizens are classed as either having British citizenship by descent’ or ‘British citizenship otherwise […]
EEA PR (Apply for Permanent Residence)
Since this article was published, the UK has introduced a new requirement on EEA nationals in the UK. To retain existing rights after Brexit, EU citizens must register under the EU settlement scheme before the UK leaves the European Union. You can apply to become a British citizen after 12 months with settled status. Contact […]