The Tier 2 General Immigration Category is one of the most popular immigration routes for non-EEA nationals to live and work in the UK.
Over the past week, there were numerous articles posted on social media sites and dubious media publications, about the apparent announcement that citizens from Commonwealth countries no longer need a tourist visa to the UK.
There have been some significant changes in the UK political landscape, since the referendum on Brexit. Only time will tell how the newly appointed Home Secretary, Ms. Amber Rudd will be handling Immigration over the coming months.
When a person applies for his or her British Citizenship, one of the checks undertaken by the UK Home Office is to the good character of a person. If a person does not fulfil this criterion, the application may be denied. It is thus important that a future British citizenship applicant, keep this in mind, in preparation for the future application.
Many clients from Zimbabwe incorrectly believe that they do not qualify for the UK Ancestral Visa, as Zimbabwe is no longer part of the Commonwealth.
Persons are often confused about the rules and regulations relating to marriage and civil partnerships in the UK, especially the rules about notice periods. Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants Ltd, or BIC for short, has thus compiled a short guidance in this regard.
The UK Home Office recently made changes to the manner in which continuous period in the UK is calculated.
There are some important UK Immigration changes that are coming into effect on 6 April 2016. These changes could have a significant effect on some readers.
The year 2015 was a shock to many UK Visa Applicants who was suddenly faced with also having to contribute to the National Health Surcharge when submitting their UK Visa Application. This essentially meant that two large amounts were payable similtaneously.
If an immigrant isn’t able to pass the written and spoken test, they could be refused an extension to their visa and potentially deported.
If you think that you might be affected by the introduction of the pay threshold, we recommend that you get in touch with Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants. Our consultants will look at your unique circumstances, and if required, help you find a viable alternative to extend your stay in the UK.
The UK Tier 2 Work Permit is still one of the most popular ways for non-EEA nationals to work in the UK. One of the key elements of the Tier 2 Work Permit process is the Resident Labour Market Test. As the consultants at BIC get frequent questions on this process, we have compiled a short guidance for readers on the Resident Labour Market Test.
Once a client has received his /her initial spouse or unmarried partner visa, it is unfortunately not the end of the road. There are some things to keep in mind to ensure that there are no bumps in the road when applying for Further Leave to Remain and at the Indefinite Leave to Remain Stage. The consultants at BIC have therefore compiled a list of things for clients to keep in mind.
Clients are often very pleasantly surprised to find out that they qualify to stay with their partner in the UK, under this route. The route is open to both opposite and same-sex couples.
It is important to note that South Africa is not reckoned to be a majority English speaking country, and ticking an application form to this effect, will have disastrous results. The UK Home Office require you not only to have something but to prove it in a very specific way, and this is why applicants who submit applications themselves, often end up landing themselves in the hot water, as they have provided evidence which does prove the fact, but not the way specified by the UK Home Office.
In a surprising move earlier this month, the UK Home Office has announced that the occupation of Nursing is now included on the UK Shortage Occupation List.
The UK Home Office is increasingly cracking down on illegal immigrants in the UK. Do not overstay on your visa. Contact BIC today to discuss a legitimate route to live and work in the UK.
Persons are often unsure about what the procedure is to enter into a UK Marriage or UK Civil Partnership. Here are some guidance from the consultants at Breytenbachs Immigration Consultants Ltd.
BIC advise all our clients and readers that before proceeding with any kind of UK Visa or Immigration application, to please seek legal advice because failure to do so may seriously jeopardise your application and your right to appeal.
Planning for your next UK visa application is the best and easiest way to ensure a smooth UK visa application process. The consultants at BIC have compiled some quick and easy tips to make your life easier!
In an attempt to reduce abuse in the Tier 4 student visa immigration route, the UK Home Office is making far-reaching changes that will affect overseas students studying in the UK on Tier 4 student visas.
Many clients on the Tier 2 work permit route are not sure what the do’s and don’ts on this immigration route are. In this article we look at the issue of Sabbaticals and travel restrictions in the time leading to Indefinite Leave to Remain.
It is imperative that a person start ‘preparing’ for the British Citizenship application, as soon as he/she has obtained ILR. One of the most important things to keep in mind is the restrictions on travel during this time.
There are many more scams out there, the important thing is to trust your ‘gut feeling’ if something feels ‘too good to be true’ or if you are uneasy for any reason, rather take the time to check out the situation than to fall in the trap of these ruthless scammers. Please feel free to contact BIC to check things out for you.
For many South Africans, playing sports at club level in the UK is the ultimate dream. Applying for your Tier 5 sport visa is the first step to realising that dream and here’s how.