Types of UK business grant
A business grant can offer vital funding for a startup or small business, helping to get a new venture off the ground or by giving an existing business a financial boost, either in its’ infancy or to support its growth. In this guide, we look at how this type of funding works to see if […]
UK school & education system guide
The United Kingdom has one of the oldest and best-developed education systems in the world. From Early Years to Higher Education, you can be certain that high-quality options are available throughout the country. The education systems differ in each of the devolved nations – England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland – so you will want […]
Start Up Visa Guide
The UK Start-Up Visa is now closed to new applicants. If you are interested in setting up a business in the UK, you should now look at the Innovator Founder visa. This article predates the closure of the Start up visa in April 2023. What is the UK Start-Up Visa? The Start up visa is […]
Innovator Visa: Start Your UK Business
The UK Innovator Visa is now closed to new applicants. If you are interested in setting up a business in the UK, you should now look at the Innovator Founder visa. This article predates the closure of the route to new applicants. What is the UK Innovator Visa? The UK Innovator Visa is a work […]
Work in the UK
Britain is open to individuals who want to come and actively participate in the economy through employment or running a business. As a non-UK resident, you will however need permission to work here. This means applying to the Home Office for a UK work visa and meeting the requirements under the specific immigration route. Some […]
Investor Visa for UK Residency & Citizenship
The UK’s Tier 1 Investor visa has closed to new applicants. Existing Tier 1 Investor visa holders have until 5th April 2025 to apply for UK settlement under this route. This article predates the closure of the Tier 1 investor visa. What is the UK Investor Visa? The UK Tier 1 (Investor) Visa is a visa category […]
How to Complete Form Set F
Foreign nationals living in the United Kingdom on various immigration arrangements, including Family Route visas, are subject to time limits in line with their permission to live in the UK. This means that you and your children are subject to immigration control and do not possess the same rights and obligations as those with UK […]
UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement
The UK-Switzerland Services Mobility Agreement is a post-Brexit arrangement between the UK and Switzerland that has been in place since 2021. It allows UK service industry professionals to travel and operate freely in Switzerland for up to 90 days a year without having to first apply for a work permit, and vice versa for Swiss […]
What are the Advantages of British Citizenship?
Becoming a British citizen is a significant life event where, apart from allowing you to apply for a British passport, this will provide you with the opportunity to participate more fully in the life of your local community in the UK, including the right to vote in general elections. Once you have been granted British […]
How to Check UK Visa Application Status
After submitting your UK visa application, you will need to wait for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to process your application before travelling to the United Kingdom. This process can be frustrating and nerve-wracking for many people. One way to ease your nerves can be to check the status of your UK visa application in […]