Improvements made to availability of sponsor post-licence priority service
The Home Office have increased the number of available slots for the post-licence priority service, used for reporting changes in circumstances on a sponsor licence.
Improvements made to availability of sponsor post-licence priority service
Decline in work visas may have tax consequences
The latest immigration statistics show a decline in work visas – but could this have unintended consequences for UK taxpayers?
Tougher English language requirements for ILR
The English language standard required to settle in the UK is set to increase to CEFR level B2.
ILR changes coming in Autumn 2026
The Home Secretary has confirmed that changes to settlement (or ILR) will be implemented in Autumn 2026, and that these will apply retrospectively to those already in the UK.
Digital border changes affecting UK arrivals
A whole host of changes are set to affect UK arrivals, as part of the Government’s move to a digital immigration system.
Automatic grants of settled status – are you eligible?
The Home Office have started automatically converting some pre-settled status holders to settled status, without the need for an application – although not everyone will get an automatic upgrade…
Digital ID and the future of Right to Work
The latest Government announcements on digital ID indicate that a true overhaul of the Right to Work regime may now be on ice.
New English language requirements for visas
Higher standards for English language were introduced on 8 January 2026, affecting three key visas.
Is it discriminatory to reject a candidate who needs a visa?
If a candidate would need a visa in order to work for you, then you can refuse to hire them for that reason – right? Think again…
Everything you need to know about the changes to settlement (or ILR)
With the Government’s proposals for “earned settlement” introducing significant additional complexity, Callum De Freitas, an Associate in our immigration team summarises the key announcements and answers your burning questions on the future of Indefinite Leave to Remain.