There’s normal sick leave in the workplace but for sponsored workers in the UK, there are some additional regulations employers must adhere to. This is more critical if a worker has to go on a long-term sick leave for over a month. Employers who sponsor workers need to adhere to UK immigration legislation and normal […]
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The UK Citizenship Deprivation, particularly concerning Nigerian citizens, is governed by the British Nationality Act 1981, specifically under Section 40. This provision allows the Secretary of State to revoke British citizenship if it is deemed conducive to the public good or if the citizenship was obtained through fraud or false representation. What is Citizenship Deprivation? A citizenship deprivation is when the British government
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The Self-Sponsored Entrepreneur Visa route in the UK is an innovative pathway for international entrepreneurs looking to expand their business operations without the need for a traditional employer’s sponsorship. This route allows individuals to establish or join a UK-based company that can sponsor them under the Skilled Worker visa category. Here’s a detailed overview of
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On 31st May 2023, UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) updated the Appendix A list of supporting documents for sponsor license applications. This Sponsor Licence Documents article will explain the key changes and how they affect sponsor license applicants. What is Appendix A? Appendix A lists the documents required to support a Sponsor Licence Documents application.
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An Unmarried Partner Visa (or Same-sex Partner Visa) allows non-EU nationals to live in the UK with their partner, who is a British citizen or settled in the UK. While this visa offers an important pathway for couples, several requirements must be met. These include financial, accommodation, English language, and relationship requirements. The process can
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For High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs), the Self-Sponsorship route is an excellent way to get UK residence and has both personal and economic benefits. The advantage of living in the UK is that you can design solid legacy and estate plans that preserve your family’s assets for posterity. The UK has been an estate planning
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As the UK ends the freedom of movement, many businesses are finding it harder to hire workers from within the UK. As a result, more companies are looking into applying for a sponsor license to hire workers from abroad. Some businesses are owned by British citizens or settled workers, while others are run by non-settled
After the end of the Brexit transition period, many businesses in the UK are finding it harder to hire staff from the settled workforce. This is especially true for companies owned by Tier 1 Entrepreneurs or Sole Representatives who need to recruit employees from outside the UK. These businesses are now looking at sponsorship licenses
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Brexit also changed a lot about the relationship between the UK and the EU when it came to borderless living and working. Although most discussions of immigration involve EU nationals entering the UK, many Brits also work and live in EU countries. Quite the opposite, with 1.3 million British citizens living in the EU in
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Dual citizenship (also called dual nationality): You are a citizen of two or more countries simultaneously. This is legal in the UK, so you can retain your old citizenship but also apply for British citizenship. Not every nation accepts dual citizenship, and every nation has its own rules. Learn about UK dual citizenship, eligibility, application,
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