On 4 December 2023, the Home Secretary announced several changes to the immigration system related to the Skilled Worker route. Amongst these changes, it was announced that, from April 2024, the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) would be replaced with the... The post UK Immigration Salary List 2024 appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

When making a UK immigration or citizenship application, an applicant will usually be required to enrol their biometric information (fingerprints and facial images). Whether applying in-country or from overseas, this will require applicants to schedule... The post Alternatives to Enroling Biometrics in UK Visa Applications appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

Since 11 April 2024, there has been a(nother) new Appendix to the Immigration Rules: Appendix Long Residence.   The Long Residence indefinite leave to remain route is for a person who has lived in the UK lawfully and continuously for 10 years or more. ... The post Big Changes to the 10 Year Long Residence ILR Rules appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

For many individuals holding statuses such as British Overseas Territories Citizen, British Nationals (Overseas), British Overseas Citizen, British Subject, or British Protected Person, the prospect of becoming a British Citizen holds significant... The post How to Register for British Citizenship With Another British Nationality appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

Navigating the intricacies of sponsorship obligations can be a daunting task for businesses and organisations alike. Among the myriad of responsibilities, one duty stands out: record keeping. As a licensed sponsor, it is imperative to maintain meticulous... The post Sponsor Duties: A Guide to Record Keeping and Compliance appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

In the Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC1780), published on 07 September 2023, the Home Office introduced Appendix Tuberculosis (TB); the change was implemented on 05 October 2023. Paragraph 7.24 of the Explanatory Memorandum to The... The post TB Test Requirement for UK Visa Applicants Explained appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

Embarking on a journey to a new country involves a multitude of considerations, one of the most crucial being access to healthcare. For migrants arriving in England, navigating the intricacies of the National Health Service (NHS) is essential for ensuring... The post NHS Access: A Migrant’s Guide to Healthcare in England appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

The collaboration, campaigning and strategic litigation brought by a coalition of actors supporting victims of domestic violence, led to the landmark ruling of AM v SSHD [2022] EWHC 2591 (Admin), which found that the previous Immigration Rules relating to... The post Applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as a Victim of Domestic Violence or Abuse appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

Our previous post summarised Home Office guidance on what counts as reasonable grounds for making a late application to the EU Settlement Scheme.  As of 16 January 2024, the Home Office guidance was updated again. This post focuses on updated guidance... The post Updated Guidance on Late EU Settlement Scheme Applications appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more

In Part 1 of this comprehensive guide to the Appendix FM Partner and Family Visa financial requirement, we delved into the evidential standards that must be met by applicants relying on Category A employment income – that is where the individual has... The post Satisfying the Appendix FM Partner Visa Financial Requirement Based on Employment Income (Part 2) appeared first on Richmond Chambers ..read more