Summary: Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel
The revised code of practice for international recruitment of healthcare personnel in England sets out in detail the provisions that must be followed when hiring overseas staff to fill essential skills gaps in the UK. In this guide for care sector employers, we explain the key provisions of the Code of Practice to support effective […]
How to Check your UK Visa Application Status
If you are awaiting a decision on an application for a UK visa, tracking the progress of your application can be crucial to planning ahead, especially where you are time-pressured for a decision. The following guide looks at how UK visa applicants can check the status of their applications, whether you have applied to extend […]
UK Visas for Turkish Citizens
Most Turkish citizens will need a visa to come to the UK. The type of visa needed will depend on the purpose of your stay. Whether you want to visit friends and family in Britain, or are looking to work or study here, in this guide we explain the most common UK visa options for […]
Right of Abode (ROA) for Commonwealth Citizens
The Right of Abode allows certain Commonwealth citizens to both live or work in the UK free from any immigration restrictions. The following guide looks at what it means to have right of abode in the UK, as well as who is eligible and who qualifies as a commonwealth citizen to be entitled to this […]
Partner Visa UK (Eligibility Requirements!)
If you are looking to apply for a partner visa to join your loved one in the UK, read on for a summary of the eligibility requirements you will need to meet and an overview of the process for making an application. The UK immigration rules don’t make it easy for families to stay together. […]
UK Travel & Entry Rules for Russian Citizens
If you are a Russian citizen looking to travel to the UK, either now or in the future, you will need to know whether this is possible and what type of visa you will need. Below we look in detail at the rules on Russian citizens travelling to the UK, providing up-to-date and practical advice […]
Long Term Visitor Visa
If you are looking to visit the UK on multiple occasions over a number of years, you may want to apply for a UK long term visitor visa. Whilst this will not allow you to stay in the UK for more than 6 months at any one time, it will enable you to enjoy frequent […]
Tier 2 Sponsor Licence Renewal
The requirement for sponsors to renew their sponsor licence every four years is being abolished from 6 April 2024. UK sponsor licences due to expire on or after 6 April 2024 are now being automatically extended by 10 years. Licences expiring prior to 6 April 2024 must apply to renew their licence under the following […]
Biometric Residence Permits & Proof of ILR
If you have indefinite leave to remain in the UK, you can use your Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) as a document to confirm both your identity and your immigration status. If you have obtained indefinite leave to remain but do not have a BRP, a No Time Limit (NTL) application can be made to transfer ILR […]
UK Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence
If you are looking to expand your business by establishing a branch or subsidiary in the UK, you may need an Expansion Worker Sponsor Licence that will allow you to sponsor a company representative for a UK Expansion Worker visa. The UK expansion worker route allows overseas companies to deploy senior managers or specialist employees […]