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Visit London – Great Britain’s gem

Key takeaway: London offers diverse attractions; it is the beating heart of the UK! London, a vibrant city brimming with history and innovation, offers an array of attractions that cater to diverse interests. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views from the London Eye, explore contemporary art at the Tate Modern, marvel at the Natural History Museum’s […]

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How to sponsor a skilled worker

The Skilled Worker visa allows individuals, who are eligible, to work in the UK. The sponsoring company needs to be approved by the Home Office and the role needs to be eligible for sponsorship. We, Mulgrave Law, immigration lawyers in London, assist both the company sponsoring as well the candidate to navigate the Home Office process seamlessly.

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Changes to UK visa requirements 2024: Will it affect you?

Last year, the UK government announced a series of changes to its immigration rules. These changes, described as a “five-point plan” to reduce immigration, are set to take effect from spring 2024. This will affect not only businesses but also private individuals. Let’s take a comprehensive look at some of these changes and their potential

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Is AI ready to offer one-to-one immigration advice? A closer look at advisory capabilities

Artificial Intelligence is all the rage and quite rightly so, it is in fact amazing for many professions but is it ready to offer guidance on UK immigration on a one-to-one basis? We decided to put ChatGPT to the test by posing common immigration questions and examining its performance. The quality of its answers varied

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How to switch into a UK Spouse visa in country from another Visa Category

You can apply to switch into a spouse visa (5 years route) if you are married to a British national or a person who is present and settled in the UK. To do so, you must meet the eligibility requirements for switching to a spouse visa. The application for switching into spouse visa under the 5 years route is

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English Language Test requirement for UK visas

Applicants from non – English speaking countries are required to pass an approved English language test when applying for a UK visa (in most cases) or citizenship application. Types of tests There are 2 different types of tests assessing English language ability at different levels and the test you will be required to pass will

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Does the 180-day absence requirement apply to spouses or partners of a settled person under Appendix FM?

Most UK immigration categories impose a restriction that the visa holder must not be outside the UK for more than 180 days in any 12-month period.  This requirement is to be met when applying for Indefinite leave to remain. Fortunately, if you are in the UK as a spouse or a partner of a settled

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