Tier 2 ICT Visa Replaced by Senior or Specialist Visa
The Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfer (ICT) Visa allowed multinational companies to transfer skilled employees from overseas offices to the UK. It was a popular route for businesses needing to move senior staff or specialists for temporary assignments. However, the visa category closed to new applicants on 11 April 2022 and has been replaced by the […]
EEA Registration Certificate: Status in 2025
The EEA Registration Certificate was a document issued to European Economic Area (EEA) nationals who wanted official confirmation of their right to live and work in the UK under EU free movement rules. While it was not a legal requirement for EEA citizens, the certificate was often used as proof of residence when dealing with […]
Form EEA EFM: Status in 2025
The EEA EFM Form was previously used by extended family members of European Economic Area (EEA) nationals to apply for a residence card or registration certificate in the UK. It was designed for individuals who did not fall into the category of direct family members, such as spouses or dependent children, but still had a […]
EEA FM Form: Status in 2025
The EEA FM Form was previously used by non-EEA family members of European Economic Area (EEA) nationals to apply for a residence card or registration certificate in the UK. It provided confirmation of the individual’s right to live in the UK under EU free movement rules. Since the UK left the European Union, the immigration […]
EEA Permanent Residence: Guide for 2025
EEA Permanent Residence was a UK status granted to eligible European Economic Area nationals and their family members under EU free movement rules. However, following Brexit, this status is no longer valid, and those who previously held it must apply for a different form of UK immigration status. The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) was introduced […]
EEA National: UK Residency, Work & Post-Brexit Rules
An EEA national is a citizen of a country within the European Economic Area (EEA), which includes all EU member states, as well as Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway. Switzerland is not part of the EEA but has similar rights under separate agreements. Before Brexit, EEA nationals could live, work, and study in the UK without […]
Sponsorship Visa UK Guide for Employers 2025
The UK Sponsorship Visa system gives employers the ability to hire from overseas, but it comes with strict Home Office requirements, compliance obligations and the risk of penalties for breaches. A Sponsorship Visa allows foreign nationals to work in the UK for an employer with a valid sponsorship licence. The primary purpose of this visa is […]
Received a Fine for Illegal Workers?
With the Home Office continuing its renewed focus on illegal employment enforcement, more employers are facing penalties such as fines for illegal workers. Immigration breaches are more common than you may think. They can result from a number of areas, including what may seem relatively minor administrative errors or oversights. If your organisation receives a […]
EU National Working in UK: Visa Rules
An EU national working in the UK must comply with the immigration rules introduced after Brexit. EU workers without valid status may face legal consequences, including removal from the UK and future entry restrictions. Can EU nationals still work in the UK after Brexit? EU nationals can work in the UK, but the rules […]
Does an Immigration Civil Penalty Go on Your Record?
An immigration civil penalty is a financial sanction imposed for breaches of immigration laws. It commonly applies to employers who hire individuals without the legal right to work in the UK. Individuals can also receive a penalty for failing to comply with visa conditions or providing false information to immigration authorities. Key risks include financial […]