UK immigration insights: news, guidance and legal updates
Our UK immigration blog provides up-to-date news, legal updates, and practical guidance on visas and immigration. Explore expert insights on spouse visas, work visas, and moving to the UK.
Key Points at a Glance You may qualify for a UK Spouse Visa if you meet the relevant requirements of the Immigration Rules, but being married to a British citizen or person settled in the UK does not automatically guarantee eligibility. Common issues that can affect eligibility include: the sponsor...
If you’re planning to move to or stay in the UK, getting the right legal advice from the start makes all the difference. At Mulgrave Law, we offer a free 30-minute immigration consultation to help you understand your options and see whether we are the right firm to represent you. Whether you’re...
Summary: key points about the FLR(M) spouse visa extension The FLR(M) visa extension allows spouses and partners of British citizens or settled persons to remain in the UK for another 30 months. Most applicants apply for an extension after 2.5 years on their spouse visa. Applicants must meet the...
Holding a sponsor licence under the UK immigration system allows your business to recruit global talent through the Skilled Worker route. However, with that opportunity comes significant regulatory responsibility. A mock sponsor licence compliance check is a simulated audit designed to assess...
Getting married in the UK is a cherished milestone for many couples, but when one partner is a foreign national, the process can feel overwhelming and confusing. There are legal requirements to understand, notice periods to observe, documentation to prepare, and the right immigration route to...
A UK Visitor Visa (Standard Visitor Visa) allows individuals to travel to the United Kingdom for short stays of up to six months for purposes such as tourism, visiting family, or attending special events. Applicants must satisfy the Home Office that they meet the genuine visitor requirement, meaning...
Applying for a UK visa is rarely just about one person. For many applicants, the real concern is whether their partner or children can join them in the UK and how complex that process might be. The UK dependant visa route allows eligible family members to live in the UK with a main visa holder...
Many couples applying for a UK Spouse Visa worry about the financial requirement, especially when the sponsor is not employed or does not earn a full-time salary. The Home Office requires a minimum gross annual income of £29,000 which came in to effect from April 2024, which can feel daunting if...
Summary: key points at a glance The UK visitor visa (also called the standard visitor visa UK) covers tourism, business, family visits, and limited short-term activities. Most visitors can stay up to 6 months per visit, even on long-term visas. Working, living in the UK long-term, or accessing...
How expert legal advice helped correct serious sponsorship errors and secure approval in just three weeks Quick Summary: A Skilled Worker Visa and Sponsor Licence Success Story A global research firm’s sponsor licence application and Skilled Worker Certificate of Sponsorship request for an...
British citizenship isn’t granted simply because you were born here in the United Kingdom. Along with other factors, the rules depend on your parents’ status and the law in place at the time of your birth. This blog explains those rules clearly, outlines the correct options, and highlights common...
Key points at a glance: Most UK spouse visa applicants are not interviewed, but the Home Office may request an interview if clarification is needed. A spouse visa interview focuses on whether your relationship is genuine and subsisting, and if both partners intend to live together permanently in the...
Please note: These articles provide general information only and should not be taken as legal advice. Immigration rules change frequently, so please seek professional advice for your individual circumstances.