Turpin Miller act for VLT, a highly vulnerable Vietnamese national trafficked into the UK on three separate occasions over 15 years, who the Home Office refused permission to stay as a victim of trafficking in July 2023 on the basis of historic criminality that the Home Office accepted was the product of his past exploitation.
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Hidden amongst a host of other changes to the immigration rules on 11 April 2024, there have been significant changes to the 10-year route to settlement known as ‘Long Residence’.
As many of you are probably aware, the UK border and immigration system is becoming digital. As of 1 January 2025, BRP cards will no longer be issued, and your immigration status record will be held digitally.
A new German citizenship law will come into force on 26 June 2024 allowing dual citizenship. Until now, Germany has only allowed dual citizenship in exceptional circumstances.
The Government has confirmed that the spouse/partner visa minimum income will initially increase to £29,000 on 11 April 2024 and incrementally thereafter to £38,700 ‘by early 2025’. Here we answer your Frequently Asked Questions.
On 7 August 2023, the Government announced that it would be increasing the fines issued to employers employing workers with no right to work. It has finally been decided that the new penalty will be effective from 13 February 2024.
Since the pandemic, hybrid and remote working has grown in popularity. In part, because remote working allows flexibility to travel. The UK does not have a ‘Digital Nomad’ visa, however new guidance confirms that visitors can work remotely for an overseas employer, provided this is not the primary purpose of their visit.
IHS fees are set to increase from £624 per year to £1,035 per year. The implementation date has been delayed until 31 January 2024 at the earliest.
The Home Secretary announced various changes as a part of a ‘five-point plan’ to reduce net migration to the UK. These changes will come into force in Spring 2024.
The Life in the UK test is one of the final hurdles to overcome before settling in the UK or becoming a British citizen. It may seem daunting but rest assured that many others have done it before you and you will succeed with preparation.
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