ATAS: Academic Technology Approval Scheme
Applying for a UK visa can be a challenging process, not least when it comes to the different documents required in support of your application, which may include an ATAS certificate. Ensuring you have compiled and submitted the right information and documentation can ensure that you minimise any issues or delays with your application processing. In […]
UK Register of Licensed Sponsors Guide
The UK Register of Licensed Sponsors is an official list maintained by the UK Home Office, featuring all organisations authorised to sponsor foreign workers under the UK’s points-based immigration system. For employers, being on the Register is a mandatory requirement to hire skilled workers from abroad and meet recruitment needs. For skilled workers aspiring to […]
Online Share Code Check: Complete Guide
A share code is a unique identifier used in the UK to facilitate the online verification of an individual’s immigration status, right to work, or right to rent. Share codes are generated by the Home Office at the individual’s request and then provided to employers, landlords, and other authorities as proof of the individual’s lawful […]
Spouse Visa UK Fees 2025 Explained
Applying for a spouse visa is a significant step for individuals looking to live in the UK with their partner. For most applicants, one of the key considerations will be the spouse visa fees. In this guide to Spouse Visa UK fees, we set out the costs to expect when applying to come to the […]
National Living Wage Guide for UK Employers 2025
The National Living Wage (NLW) was introduced in the UK in 2016 with the aim of ensuring a fair wage for workers over a certain age. For employers of all sizes and sectors, keeping up with the latest wage rates and adhering to legal requirements is essential to avoid penalties and maintain a positive workforce. […]
TUPE Redundancy Guide for UK Employers 2025
When businesses undergo a transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or outsourcing, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations, commonly known as TUPE, take effect with the aim of protecting employees’ rights. This means that, in most cases, employees should not see any changes to their contracts, pay, or benefits as a result of […]
UK Minimum Wage: Guide for Employers in 2025
The UK minimum wage is the legal minimum amount an employer must pay their workers, determined by factors such as the worker’s age and employment status. As an employer in the UK, you are required by law to comply with the latest UK minimum wage regulations. Failure to pay the correct wage can result in […]
UK Dependent Visa: 2025 New Rules Explained
In early 2024, the then-conservative government implemented notable changes to the UK dependent visa rules, affecting the Student visa and Health and Care Worker visa routes. From 1 January 2024, most students on non-research postgraduate courses can no longer bring dependents, with exceptions only for those studying PhD-level research. In March, further changes barred care […]
Parent Visa UK: Family Route Guide & Eligibility
If you’re a parent looking to join your child who is settled in the UK, you may be looking to apply for a parent visa. The UK immigration system does not have an official standalone ‘parent visa’. Instead, parents can apply to join their child under the broader Family Visa route. While the Family visa is […]
Sponsor Licence Revoked? Next Steps for Sponsors
When a sponsor licence is revoked by the Home Office, it indicates serious breaches of compliance, resulting in the immediate removal of authorisation to sponsor new or current migrant employees. For increasing numbers of employers in the UK, across all areas of the economy, their sponsor licence has become operationally critical. A sponsor licence is […]