UK Spouse Visa Extension After 2.5 Years Guide
The UK Spouse visa is fundamentally about family union and allowing loved ones to be together. However, Spouse visas are only temporary, and visa holders will be required to apply for a Spouse visa extension after 2.5 years to be able to stay in the UK with their partner. Failing to extend your Spouse visa […]
UK Spouse Visa Fee: How Much Does It Cost?
While the aim of the UK Spouse visa is to facilitate family unity and stability, it does come at a significant expense to the applicant. From application fees to additional charges such as the Immigration Health Surcharge, the financial implications of obtaining a UK Spouse visa can be substantial. The costs can also vary based […]
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 […]
Religious Work Visa UK Guide
The Religious Worker visa is a Temporary UK Worker Visa for overseas nationals to work as visiting religious workers, in a non-pastoral role or religious order. Replacing the previous T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Visa, it allows the individual to work in the UK for up to 2 years. The following guide to the Religious Worker visa […]
Charity Visa UK: Guide for Temporary Workers
There are various temporary immigration routes available in the UK to be able to lawfully undertake work as an overseas national. However, for those specifically looking to perform a short-term voluntary job role within the charitable sector, they will probably need a UK charity worker visa. The following essential guide looks at the different aspects […]
UK International Agreement Visa Guide & Process
The UK’s International Agreement visa is a temporary route for individuals contracted for work covered by international law or treaty. It replaced the UK’s previous Temporary Worker – International Agreement Worker visa (T5) for professionals employed under agreements between the UK and other countries or international organisations, such as diplomatic staff, employees of international organisations like […]
Understanding Statutory Sick Pay: Employers’ Guide
Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) in the UK is designed to support employees while they are absent from work due to illness. As prescribed by law, SSP ensures that eligible employees receive a basic level of income while they recover. Employers are required to pay SSP to eligible employees for up to 28 weeks. As of […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Sick Leave for Employers
Sick leave is the time an employee takes off work due to illness or injury. In the UK, employees are entitled to take sick leave, but this time may not always be paid. Employers are legally required to pay Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) to eligible employees for up to 28 weeks. Employers may also offer […]
Corporate Immigration Advice Service in the UK
In the UK, corporate immigration is governed by a complex framework of legislation, case law and official guidance. For employers, ensuring that foreign national employees can work legally and that they seamlessly integrate into the workforce is essential for staying competitive in a global market and compliant with UK regulations. The UK Home Office continues […]
Comprehensive Guide to Corporate Immigration Audits
Immigration audits are one of the most effective ways to manage immigration compliance risk and avoid Home Office enforcement action. Immigration compliance is non-negotiable. Whether or not you employ foreign nationals, all UK employers are under a mandatory legal obligation to meet certain immigration compliance duties. This includes the requirement to carry out right to work […]