UK Visa Guide: Requirements & Process 2025

uk visa

There are various different types of UK visa, depending on the purpose of your stay, from visiting the UK for a holiday to undertaking a course of study, starting a new job or business, or even starting a new life with loved ones. The right visa not only grants you legal entry into the UK, it also determines the […]

UK Tier 2 Sponsor List: Approved Employers 2025

tier 2 list of sponsors

The Register of Licensed Sponsors, previously known as the Tier 2 sponsor list, is a public list of all UK organisations which hold a valid sponsorship licence. A sponsor licence is the permission needed for UK organisations to hire foreign national workers under specific visa categories, such as the Skilled Worker visa (formerly the Tier 2 […]

A 2025 Gender Pay Gap Reporting Guide

gender pay gap reporting

Gender pay gap’ refers to the difference between the average earnings of men and women across an organisation. The Gender Pay Gap Reporting Regulations were introduced in 2017 to make it a legal obligation for employers to take action to identify and publish any gender pay gaps within their organisation. Under the regulations, organisations with […]

High Potential Individual Visa – UK Guide 2025

high potential individual visa requirements

The UK’s High Potential Individual visa is open to graduates of top global universities to come to the UK for work, without needing sponsorship or a job offer. The route has been designed to attract international graduates, allowing them to realise their career ambitions in the UK while offering UK employers access to the worldwide […]

Skilled Worker Visa Minimum Salary 2025

skilled worker visa minimum salary

The UK Skilled Worker Visa minimum salary is one of the more complex requirements when sponsoring individuals under the Skilled Worker route. It is also one of the most common grounds for visa refusals, where the salary is incorrectly calculated or an incorrect salary threshold is applies. There is no single, universal Skilled Worker minimum […]

UK Certificate of Sponsorship Guide 2025

certificate of sponsorship

The Certificate of Sponsorship rules are complex, exposing employers to compliance risks. We help sponsors hire sponsored workers correctly to avoid Home Office penalties. A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is a digital record that allows foreign nationals to work in the UK under a specific visa category. Before an employer can sponsor a migrant worker, […]

Minimum Wage 2025: Guide for Employers

national minimum wage

The UK operates a National Minimum Wage (NMW) system, obligating employers to pay workers a minimum amount per hour. The rates are subject to regular reviews and typically increase each year in April. UK employers have to stay informed about current NMW rates and comply with their obligations to pay workers at least their legal […]

UK Immigration Appeal & Status Guide 2025

If you’ve received an unfavourable decision from the UK Home Office for an immigration application or about your immigration status, you’ll want to understand your options and next steps. The UK immigration system offers the following to individuals looking to challenge an immigration decision or resolve an issue with their immigration status:   1. Make an […]

Unmarried Partner Visa UK: Essential Guide 2025

unmarried partner visa

If you’re the long-term partner of a British citizen or someone with UK-settled status, you may be eligible to join them in the UK by applying for an unmarried partner visa. An unmarried partner is open to anyone who has To be eligible, you will need to have been living in a relationship akin to […]

UK Visitor Visa Fees 2025

uk visitor visa fees

One of the key stages when applying for a visitor visa for the UK is paying the application fee. Issues with your visitor visa fee can result in delays with your application, which most applicants will want to avoid, so you’ll need to ensure you pay the correct amount for the type of visa you’re […]