Illegitimate children of British fathers born before 2006 are now able to claim British citizenship

Do you meet the requirements needed for certain UK visas or permits?

The Tier 2 UK Immigration route is one of the most popular ways for South Africans and other non-EU citizens to live and work in the UK

BIC often get contacted by persons who are overstaying on their visas. This happens, despite the fact that there are often a number of other possible options available to them in order to stay lawfully in the UK

Unmarried Partner Visa’s questions answered by the experts

The most important thing to keep in mind is that all South Africans applying for a UK visa, from South Africa, for a period longer than six months must be tested for TB.

One of the most frequently asked questions by South African clients is how their UK immigration status will affect the status of their children. BIC answers your question

Saffas need to apply for the Retention of South African citizenship before gaining British citizenship

The current UK family migration rules concerning the financial requirements for spouse visas were declared lawful by the UK Court of Appeal

When should you begin preparations for the British Citizenship application?

Based on the new legislation, landlords cannot provide residency to illegal immigrants and will be penalised for doing so

Think you’ve got a lot of Brit in ya? Well, if you do, then getting your UK citizenship might be easier than you think… if you know the right people of course.

You can work as a sports person in the UK, all you need to produce is a sponsorship certificate from the sports club offering you the contract

I decided to start down the path of becoming a citizen of the United Kingdom. Next stop? The possibilities are endless.

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur and Investor categories offer additional benefits to immigrants under certain criteria, especially in terms of the qualification period for ILR as well as flexibility regarding settlement

The loss of a loved one can be traumatic enough without having to consider what effects it will have on your future in the UK. Fortunately, the UK immigration rules make allowance for dependants in such unfortunate circumstances

One of the most interesting and exciting visas available to non-EU workers who wish to live and work in the UK is the Tier 1 Exceptional Talent Visa. Do you qualify?

A certain provision under UK Immigration guidelines allows you to apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) after 10 years of continuous lawful residence in the UK. But you have to stick to the rules to qualify

Herman Howell takes a look at why South African international money transfers are high.

BIC are often asked by clients, whether their nanny or domestic worker can accompany them to the UK. Fortunately, there is a route available for such persons in the form of the domestic worker visa.