V Levels: The Future of UK Education and What It Means for Young Migrants
The UK is once again reshaping its education and skills system — this time through a major reform that will affect students, educators, and even future immigrants looking to build a career in Britain. The government’s new Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper outlines a bold plan to ensure every young person — regardless of
Read MoreStricter UK Immigration Checks: Why Honesty and Expert Guidance Matter More Than Ever
In recent months, travellers arriving in the UK — particularly those on Dependent Visas — have reported increased scrutiny and questioning at border control. Immigration officers are now conducting deeper checks into visa holders’ living situations, family relationships, and reasons for travel, reflecting a clear tightening of UK immigration control. Tougher Border Questioning – Real
Read MoreWhat the New Settlement Proposals Mean for Spouses and Dependants of British Citizens and BN(O) Holders
The UK Government’s new Command Paper, A Fairer Pathway to Settlement, sets out major proposed reforms to the settlement (ILR) system. However, the paper specifically states that spouses and dependants of British citizens, as well as dependants under the BN(O) route, are not included in this consultation. This means that, for now, your existing settlement
Read MoreMajor Changes to the Skilled Worker Route from 22 July 2025: What You Need to Know
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- Jul 7
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The UK Government has announced significant reforms to the Skilled Worker route, following the publication of the 2025 Immigration White Paper and the Statement of Changes HC 997. These changes will take effect from 22 July 2025 and will have wide-reaching implications for both employers and migrant workers, including those seeking Indefinite Leave to Remain
Read MoreUK Family Visa Income Threshold Could Be Lowered, Migration Advisory Committee Warns Against £38,700 Plan
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- Jun 11
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The UK’s Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has published a report advising the government on potential changes to the minimum income requirement (MIR) for family visas. The report suggests that the previously proposed plan to raise the MIR to £38,700—originally intended to match the skilled worker route—should be scrapped. Key Points from the Report: The current
Read MoreUK Minimum Wage Increases & Higher Employer National Insurance Contributions – How will it affect you?
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- May 13
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Minimum Wage Rises: From 1 April 2025, the National Minimum Wage for workers aged 21 and over will increase to £12.21 per hour. This pay rise aims to ease the cost of living and bring UK wages closer to a genuine “living wage”. However, as wages increase, the increased National Insurance contributions will place greater
Read MoreUK Unmarried Partner Visa Approved Without 2 years Cohabitation – How We Did It?
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- Apr 3
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The unmarried partner visa is a category with a relatively high refusal rate namely due to the Home Office being unsatisfied that the couple’s relationship is genuine and subsisting. A common reason for refusal in this respect is the absence of cohabitation for at least two years. Here is a successful case of an Unmarried
Read MoreHome Office Extends Grace Period for eVisa Transition Until 1 June 2025
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- Feb 28
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The UK Home Office has announced an extension of the transition period to eVisa accounts until 1 June 2025, ensuring that individuals holding Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) or EUSS Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) can continue using their expired documents for international travel until that date. As part of the UK’s move towards a fully digital
Read MoreUK Halts Increase of Family Visa Income Threshold to £38,700 Pending Review!
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- Aug 2
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The UK originally planned to raise the family visa income threshold from £29,000 to £38,700 by early 2025. However, Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced that to balance family life and economic benefits, the threshold will remain at £29,000 until a comprehensive review of the family visa policy is completed. Previously, the income requirement was
Read More10 Year Family and Private Life Route to Settlement
The below route is one way to be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK in 10 years’ time under the 10 Years Family/Private Life Route. Generally, in order to remain in the UK with a settled partner under the 5 year route to settlement, the applicant will need to satisfy
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