Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS Fee Guide)
When planning a move abroad, healthcare is a major consideration, as healthcare coverage and services in different countries varies drastically. In the United Kingdom, healthcare is free at the point of use through the National Health Service (NHS) for permanent residents and citizens in the UK. Nearly all those subject to immigration control will be […]
UK Marriage Visa: Join Your Loved One
In order to live with your spouse in the UK, as a foreign national you will need to apply for a UK marriage visa. While you will naturally want to start the next chapter in your family life quickly and with minimal disruption and expense, the UK marriage visa application process can be complex and […]
Share Code: Prove Your Immigration Status
Anyone wanting to work in the UK has to prove that they have permission to do so. This rule applies to everyone, including British citizens, non-UK citizens who live in the UK and people who come to the UK with a work visa. For any other nationality, an online check must be carried out. Most […]
How to Get Endorsed for an Innovator Founder Visa
Before you can make your visa application to the Home Office for an Innovator Founder visa, you first have to secure endorsement from an authorised endorsement body. In this guide, we explain the endorsement process and share tips on how to maximise your prospects of obtaining endorsement for your business. What is endorsement? Endorsement […]
UK Shortage Occupation List: How Does It Work?
The Shortage Occupation List (SOL) is used by the UK Government to allow more relaxed work visa requirements for certain types of job, making it easier for employers to recruit overseas workers for these roles. The UK is experiencing shortages of skilled workers across many parts of the economy, and through the shortage list, the […]
Tier 2 Sponsor List (How to Find a UK Sponsor!)
Arriving in a new country on a work visa is one of the most common ways to immigrate. The United Kingdom has one of the most highly regulated immigration systems in the world. It uses a system of work visa sponsorship to ensure that foreign national workers are both contributing to the British economy and […]
MN1 Form: British Citizenship for a Child
The MN1 Form is used to register a non-British child (under 18) for British citizenship. Successful applications must show the child satisfies specific requirements as set out under British nationality law. Where the child does not satisfy the legal requirements, it is possible to apply for a discretionary decision by the Home Secretary by demonstrating […]
Can Foreign Nationals Buy Property in the UK?
Foreign nationals are permitted to buy property in the United Kingdom. The UK welcomes property investment from foreign nationals and non-residents. However, there are certain legal considerations and rules that foreign buyers should be aware of. Legal framework for buying property in the UK Foreign nationals are allowed to buy property in the UK, […]
Types of Company Structures in the UK
When starting a business in the UK, you’ll need to consider the type of structure under which that business will be run, as this will have legal and tax implications. There are a number of options to choose from but, unless you understand all the pros and cons, and how each structure operates in practice, […]
Proving Source of Funds for UK Investments
Individuals and entities may be required to provide proof of the source of funds when making certain investments or engaging in financial transactions in the UK. This is because the UK has strict anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in place. AML regulations are designed to prevent and detect money laundering, which is the process of making […]