Long Residence Guidance (ILR Applicant Guide)
If you have 10 years’ residence in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). In this long residence guidance, we explain the rules on ILR eligibility under the 10-year route and the application process you will need to follow. We also consider some of the common pitfalls in […]
Graduate Visa – UK Requirements & Application
The UK Graduate visa allows international students to remain in the UK after completing their studies for up to two years, or three for doctoral graduates. If you are looking to apply for a Graduate visa, you’ll need to understand the eligibility criteria and the process to follow to make your application to the Home […]
British Citizenship for Child Born in UK
Under British law, not all children born in the UK are automatically recognised as British citizens. If your child was born in the UK, it will be important to understand how British citizenship works and whether your child holds British citizenship by birth or, alternatively, whether you are able to register their status on their […]
Appendix FM & UK Family Visa Applications
Appendix FM is an extensive document setting out the rules and requirements for individuals to be able to come to the UK by reason of their family life. In this guide, we explain the key requirements for making an application to enter or remain in the UK under Appendix FM. What is Appendix FM? […]
Biometric Residence Permit Guide 2025
Under current UK rules, certain foreign nationals are required to have a biometric residence permit (BRP) as proof of their UK immigration status. BRPs are issued following visa approval, and do not have to be applied for separately. However, specific rules apply which BRP holders must adhere to, including what to do if your BRP […]
Long Term Visa 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 come to the UK to visit, […]
ETA: Electronic Travel Authorisation for the UK
Under the UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme, certain travellers, including non-visa nationals, including those entering the UK under the Creative Worker Concession or to transit, will have to secure authorisation in advance of coming to the UK. In this guide, we explain what the UK ETA is, who will need an ETA and how […]
EU Settled Status & Absences from UK
If you have settled or pre settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS), it is important to understand how absences from the UK can affect your status and your right to remain in the UK lawfully. As of 31 March 2023, an estimated 5.6 million Europeans and their family members had secured their residence […]
IHS Refund Rules
The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is a fee levied on most visa applicants seeking leave to enter or remain in the UK. The IHS allows visa holders to access NHS services while in the UK. As a successful visa applicant, you can start using certain healthcare services once you have paid the IHS or if you […]
Visitor Visa for Medical Treatment in the UK
If you plan to come to the UK to receive private medical treatment or to donate an organ, whether you need a medical visa will depend on your nationality and intended duration of stay. In this guide, we explain the rules for overseas nationals looking to come to the UK for medical reasons, including when […]