For holders of Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, Immigration Rules changed quietly in October 2023. The changes concern people who spend much time outside the UK but wish to protect their settled status in the UK or re-activate their settled status if it lapsed due to a prolonged absence.
Generally, indefinite leave to…

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How frequently can I come to the UK as a visitor and how does the 180-day rule work?
You will find conflicting information on the internet as there is no hard and fast rule. However, if you have asked this question, here is information that may be helpful before you look further.
Visa nationals
For…

Immigration lawyers hear the same question day in and day out:  “can you help me to find a sponsor”?
Unfortunately, you have to find the sponsor yourself. But we can give you helpful tips on how to go about it.
Tip # 1
First of all, the sponsor is the business which will be willing…

It has been a few years since a well renowned academic shared with me in private his view that Kadmos was an illegal immigrant. Not surprisingly, I was deeply hurt. It’s been gnawing me for some time that this innuendo might get a wider spread and even cast a shadow on the character of our…

Breakdown of a relationship may be one of the most painful experiences in life. And visa problems would seem small next to it. Yet, visa problems may add a sting.
Does the spouse visa lapse if the marriage breaks down?
Strictly speaking, no, it doesn’t. Spouse visa is granted for a limited period of time…

If you’ve come here to study and liked it so much you now want to stay in the UK, here are some ideas that may help you overcome immigration barriers.
There is the Long residence rule which allows one to get indefinite leave to remain after 1o years of continuous residence.
Continuous residence does not…