Naturalisation – consideration of good character requirement.
Written by Mahfuz Ahmed. A person can apply for naturalisation and become a British Citizen if they satisfy all of the requirements. Some of those requirements include suitability requirements, eligibility requirements and passing the Life in the UK test. Under the British Nationality Act 1981, it is mandatory that all applicant must […]
Welcome Serena!
We are very happy to announce Serena Liu as our newest team member. Serena has already displayed excellent legal knowledge and shown herself to be a hardworking team player. Serena Liu is a graduate from LLM in general English law, the University of York. She received a distinction in her academic studies there. Prior […]
Home Office falls short in human rights case through failure to disclose important information.
As a law firm dealing with plenty of immigration cases, we have seen many sides to the Home Office. As reasonable and experienced legal professionals, we understand that some matters are complex and hurdles can become apparent at any time in the course of a case. However, there are times when Home Office mistakes can […]
Ukraine Family Scheme now open in the UK! Who is eligible and how does it work?
The situation in Ukraine continues to escalate, and the Russian troops are moving ever further into the country, bringing with them a feeling of terror and uncertainty. The Home Office sees this, and has now opened a new route for Ukrainian’s with family members living in the UK. The route allows eligible Ukrainian nationals […]
Visa waiting times updated for both in-country and out of country applications. What are the key points you need to know?
Visa waiting times, as many applicants will know, can fluctuate. While some people will have positive experiences, many will find themselves waiting much longer than they had anticipated for a decision to be reached on their application. This blog will delve into the latest guidelines from the Home Office on what people should expect […]
Welcome Paul!
We are so thrilled to welcome Paul Cheuk, who has joined us as a Paralegal. Paul has already displayed great legal knowledge and a brilliant work ethic, so we are very happy to have him here! Paul completed the first half of his training contract in Hong Kong, and is now on route to […]
Can Ukrainians claim asylum in the UK?
The situation in Ukraine is getting progressively more serious as the days go by, with the Russian invasion claiming more and more lives, leaving the country on the verge of chaos. Understandably, Ukraine calls for aid and has so far been met with sympathy from many nations. The UK has relaxed some of its immigration […]
Concessions made to the Immigration Rules for Ukrainian nationals in wake of Russian invasion
It will not have escaped your attention that Putin has launched an invasion into Ukraine, igniting major concerns across the globe and potentially lighting the initial spark which could lead to war in Europe, some fear. Ukraine will be looking for aid from its allies, including the UK. Part of the UK’s support to […]
Woman seeking to separate from her husband finds that he secretly divorced her decade ago! What legal lessons are on show in a surprising recent case?
We all know that some marriages are less successful than others. This is a normal part of life and divorce has become increasingly common in recent years, with less stigma being attached to it than ever before. It is far better to accept that a marriage does not work than to suffer in silence, with […]
Tier 1 Investor Visa Route Closed Due to Security Concerns! What does this mean for people already in the UK under this route?
The Home Office has taken drastic action by closing the Tier 1 Investor Visa Route to all nationalities after claiming it left the UK open to security breaches and corruption. This route has come under investigation in the past but was not expected to be closed so suddenly. The route was appealing to wealthy […]