Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants Limited or BIC for short is an immigration firm specialising in UK and South African Immigration. We pride ourselves on our reputation for excellence, fast results and friendly personal service. Our highly qualified consultants have many years of experience in the field of immigration. We also offer advice and representation in all South African immigration matters. Our UK consultants are regulated by the Office of the Immigration Service Commissioner (OISC). We thus have to adhere to very strict rules. Ref No. F201000144 oisc.gov.uk
Tier 2 workers are often unsure about the immigration terms of their employment. Many of these Tier 2 workers want to undertake additional or charity work, or study further but are not sure whether doing this is in line with their visa terms. Can Tier 2 workers undertake supplementary work? Tier 2 migrants may in […]
With the very large South African community living in the UK, it is no surprise that Breytenbachs receive many queries on the UK Visitor Visa. Grandparents, parents, friends, and family all want to visit those fortunate enough to live in the UK. There is also a large number of persons wanting to visit the UK […]
The UK Elderly Dependent Visa offers the opportunity for a UK sponsor to bring an elderly dependent to the UK.
UK Visa rules can often be very complicated, and oftentimes things are not as straightforward as they seem.
The Tier 2 Immigration route is one of the most popular ways for non-EU citizens to live and work in the UK.
We answer some of the most frequently asked questions on the Surinder Singh immigration route.
Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants Ltd has compiled some answers to your most FAQs on the EEA Family Permit.
With lost citizenship, foreign spouses, foreign parents-in-laws, the questions posed to our South African Immigration department make for some interesting reading!
The consultants at Breytenbachs often receive desperate pleas for help from South Africans who are refused entry to the United Kingdom at the Port of Entry.
Many South Africans choose to live and work overseas and return back home at some stage. However, in many instances, they now have children and overseas spouses or partners, which give rise to many immigration issues and questions.
Most migrants, subject to immigration control in the UK are familiar with the term ‘no recourse to public funds, as this is very clearly stipulated in the terms of most UK visas and permits.
In order to be successful in your British citizenship application, the Home Office must be satisfied that you are of good character.
The past weeks brought hope to many families, as the Home Office announced changes to the UK Family Migration rules.
Breytenbachs Immigration is delighted to inform readers that the UK Home Office has announced changes to the UK Family Migration rules. The newly amended rules should be a positive change for families and spouses who were adversely affected since 2012.
People often underestimate the impact that ill-advised and unqualified immigration advice could have on the immigration future of an individual.
Becoming a British citizen is a significant life event. It allows you to apply for a British citizen passport and gives you the opportunity to participate more fully in the life of your local community.
South Africans who live and work overseas, and have children overseas, are often unaware of the rules of the registration of children and the problematic situations that could arise regarding the nationality of their children.
Many South Africans are concerned about how Brexit can affect their UK immigration status directly or indirectly. Here is the latest update and advice from Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants on the issue. Latest developments on Brexit The UK Government released a policy paper on the position of EU citizens in the UK at the end of […]
One of the lesser-known immigration routes is the Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur immigration. This immigration route offers many advantages to South Africans and other non-EEA graduates, who have exciting business ideas they want to implement in the UK.
One of the most common concerns for UK employers wanting to sponsor a Tier 2 (General) employee, and for the prospective Tier 2 employee, is how to meet the Tier 2 (General) minimum salary threshold.
One of the biggest concerns for South Africans relocating to the UK is whether their children of school-going age will be able to attend a state-funded UK school.
When one receives the initial spouse visa, the relief is often very big, and thoughts of the extension seem far away.
Want to know how you can ensure a smooth visa application?
This coming week we are expecting delivery of a landmark court case that might affect UK immigration law. Delivery of the second landmark case is expected at a later stage.
In order to provide clarity on the issue of UK visa applications and Tuberculosis Testing, the consultants at Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants have compiled a short guidance on the matter.
