Appendix FM & UK Family Visa Applications
Appendix FM is an extensive document setting out the rules and requirements for individuals to be able to come to the UK by reason of their family life. In this guide, we explain the key requirements for making an application to enter or remain in the UK under Appendix FM. What is Appendix FM? […]
UK Service Supplier Visa: Guide & Requirements
The UK Service Supplier visa is open to overseas service providers or overseas independent professionals looking to undertake a temporary work assignment in the UK. It is a specialist visa category designed to facilitate the entry of professionals who are engaged in providing services under a contract within the United Kingdom. It allows those who […]
Sponsor Licence Suspended? (Act Now!)
If the Home Office considers your organisation has breached its immigration compliance duties, it may take the decision to suspend your sponsor licence. If you receive notification that your organisation’s sponsorship licence is being suspended, you will need to act quickly to resolve the issues if you want to retain your status as a licensed […]
Marriage Visa UK: Family Visa Guide & Tips
“Marriage visa” is a term commonly used to refer to the UK immigration route that allows non-UK spouses of British citizens or settled persons to join or stay with their partner in the UK. Technically, however, there is no official category called a “marriage visa” in the UK. Instead, it is the broader Family visa category which […]
Lying on a CV & Fake CVs: Employers’ Guide
During the hiring process companies of all sizes – from small businesses to multinational corporations – can fall victim to applicants with fraudulent CVs. With employers across sectors struggling to fill vacancies, and HR departments reluctant to conduct reference checks because it can be time consuming, CV fraud is on the rise and becoming a […]
Dealing with Employee Burnout
Employee burnout is a growing problem, with employers now seeing post-lockdown increases in complaints of workforce stress and burnout. Common issues include working late on a regular basis, impacting personal commitments, and struggles to achieve a healthy work-life balance. Although employee wellbeing has never been higher on the employer agenda, it seems there remains a […]
Biometric Residence Permit Guide 2025
Under current UK rules, certain foreign nationals are required to have a biometric residence permit (BRP) as proof of their UK immigration status. BRPs are issued following visa approval, and do not have to be applied for separately. However, specific rules apply which BRP holders must adhere to, including what to do if your BRP […]
Long Term Visa UK
There are many reasons why you might want to apply for a long term UK visa, including to work, to do business, to do a course of study or to join your relatives. Under the UK’s Immigration Rules, there are various long term visa options for those looking to come to the UK to visit, […]
Self Certification Form: Employers’ Guide
In this guide for managers, we explain the rules on when employees can self-certify for sickness absence, the role of self-certification forms and share best practice advice on managing sickness absence at work. Self certification Self certification gives employees the right to be off work for up to seven days of illness without […]
British Citizenship for Child Born in UK
Under British law, not all children born in the UK are automatically recognised as British citizens. If your child was born in the UK, it will be important to understand how British citizenship works and whether your child holds British citizenship by birth or, alternatively, whether you are able to register their status on their […]