UK Visa Application Process Guide
Applying for a UK visa can feel like a daunting process, especially if you are unsure which type of visa you will need to apply for and how to go about making a UK visa application. The following guide on how to apply for a UK visa looks first at the main UK visa options, […]
How to get married in the UK
In the excitement of agreeing to get hitched, you may not yet have had time to contemplate how you go about making this legal, in other words, how you officially get married in the UK. The following guide on “How to get married in UK” looks at the legal process of getting married in a […]
Student Dependent Visa for the UK
One of the advantages of being an international student in the UK is that under existing rules, you are allowed to bring certain family members with you under the student dependent visa. However, in May 2023, the UK Government announced plans to restrict access to the student dependent route only to post-graduate research routes. This […]
How to Move to the UK
The United Kingdom remains a highly desirable relocation destination. With a high quality of life and education, a strong economy, stable political and social systems and a unique, rich, cultural heritage, Britain holds huge appeal for foreign nationals looking to start a new life in a different country. The logistics of an international move to […]
Why study in the UK?
The United Kingdom is a popular choice of students from around the world looking for high-quality educational experiences. From ancient institutions such as Oxford University and the University of St Andrews to cutting-edge, modern universities like the London School of Economics and the University of Manchester – the UK has options for every preference and […]
How to Give Proof of Settled Status
EU settled status is the official term for the permission granted to qualifying EEA and Swiss citizens and their relatives, allowing them to live and work in the UK on a permanent basis under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). Those with settled status may be required to prove their status in certain circumstances, such as […]
Form AN: How to apply for British citizenship
For many people, being a citizen of the country where they live is a fundamental part of belonging to their community and nation. Foreign nationals living in the United Kingdom cannot immediately become British citizens through any immigration route. Rather, you must live in the United Kingdom, obtain Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), and then […]
Can an Illegal Immigrant Become Legal in the UK?
If you are living in the UK without valid permission, you will be classed as an illegal immigrant and you could face deportation. Everyday life will be difficult as you won’t have the right to work or to access free healthcare or benefits. Even people who enter the UK lawfully can find themselves become an […]
UK Visa Multiple Entry Rules for Visitors
Visitors to the UK have to ensure they follow strict rules on entry and permissible activities. In this guide to the UK standard visitor visa, we explain how the UK visa multiple entry requirements work, including the express prohibition under the rules against living in the UK for extended periods through either frequent or successive […]
Child Visa UK
There are various UK visas for under 18s, although these differ in terms of what each option allows, who is eligible and the criteria that must be met. In this guide, we explain the rules and requirements for the different types of UK child visa, to help the parents of overseas dependent children to navigate […]