Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa The UK supports non-EEA nationals to consider entrepreneurial opportunities within the UK and, therefore, the UK government has introduced the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa scheme. If you are looking to start a business in the UK, with so much at stake, it is important to seek legal advice to understand the… Continue reading Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa
Read moreLast week, the Home Office announced changes to Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visas. Below is the text of the circular: Government doubles exceptional talent visa offer As part of its ongoing commitment to welcome talented people from across the globe, and in recognition of the importance of these innovative industries to the UK, the number… Continue reading Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visas Update
Read moreToday, on 11 October 2017, the Home Office announced changes to the dedicated immigration policy for survivors of the Grenfell Tower tragedy so it provides a route to settlement in the UK. Below is the text of the circular: Under the original policy, eligible foreign nationals directly affected by the fire with uncertain immigration status… Continue reading Home Office announces changes to Grenfell immigration policy
Read moreOn 29 September 2017, the Home Office circulated an update at the conclusion of the fourth round of negotiations between the UK and EU in Brussels. Below is the text of the circular: Throughout the negotiation, the UK Government is remaining focused on providing certainty, clarity and stability for EU citizens living in the UK… Continue reading Citizens’ Rights Update From the Home Office – September 2017
Read moreRights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation If you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation
Read moreIf you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is to obtain naturalisation in the UK. The Prime Minister, Theresa May,… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation
Read moreIf you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is to obtain British citizenship. The Prime Minister, Theresa May, said, “the… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation
Read moreIn a landmark judgment in relation to the Defamation Act 2013, the Court of Appeal has today ruled on the practice and procedure with regard to the required threshold under the Defamation Act 2013, namely that a publication is only defamatory if it causes serious harm to reputation. View PDF
Read moreI’ve overstayed my visa in the UK. What should I do? In March 2017, the Home Office tightened the Immigration Rules on the period of time that a non-EEA national is allowed to stay in the UK beyond the expiry of their UK visa. These changes were enforced on 6 April 2017. The ‘grace period’… Continue reading If I’ve overstayed my visa in the UK, when do I have to leave?
Read moreWith the cancellation of Tier 1 Post-Study Work visa (PSW work visa), the possibilities for graduates who wish to remain in the UK after their studies have decreased. If you are faced with one of the following: (i) you do not manage to obtain a sponsorship from an employer; (ii) the relevant position or salary… Continue reading Have I satisfied the Genuine Entrepreneur Test?
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