Many migrants who have been living in the UK for many years are not aware that it is possible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) (i.e. permanent settlement) after 10 years in the UK if they have held several different types of immigration permission during that time. In most cases, ILR is gained…
If you are considering applying for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK, it is important to understand the costs associated with your application, both for you and your family members. In this article, we will outline the indefinite leave to remain fees, whether you need to pay the healthcare surcharge, the priority processing…
Since the enactment of the Immigration Act in 1971, the UK Parliament and Secretary of State for the Home Department have introduced many laws, rules, and regulations to cover the specific requirements for each type of immigration category. Despite this, in our experience, people always have circumstances that never fit into any UK immigration category…
Indefinite leave to remain in the UK is a type of UK immigration status that gives a person a right to live and work in the UK for as long as they like, with no further need to apply for a visa extension. However, at times, people with ILR status are refused entry at the…
The Immigration Act 1971, section 8(3) provides for an exemption to immigration control to diplomats and their family members who form part of their household. But what happens after a diplomatic post ends, or if the family relationship breaks down (as in divorce). Do the family members have to leave the UK, or can they…
It is a great day when you receive Indefinite Leave To Remain (ILR) in the UK. Holding ILR means you can live and work in the country without restrictions and, after 12 months, apply for British Citizenship. Applying For Indefinite Leave To Remain can be complex, as there are many different eligibility paths and refusal…
On 6 December 2018, media outlets reported that the UK government had suspended the Tier 1 Investor Visa route with immediate effect. This caused an outcry amongst immigration solicitor and their representative groups, as it was, according to one Solicitor, “legislation by press release”. No notice of the suspension was issued by the Home Office. …
ILR refused due to tax amendment, deception, absences, CCJ (County Court Judgement)? An application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) can be refused for numerous reason including above mentioned and therefore it is crucial that applicants understand their appeal rights. Some of them are understandable, but others are downright cruel, which is one of the…
