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Starting from 22nd February 2024, citizens of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Jordan will no longer require an Electronic Visa Waiver (EVW) or a visa to enter the UK. Instead, they will need to apply for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), which costs £10 for two years. This change will help to "digitise […]

At UK Visas we understand that the global market brings incredible opportunities. That's why we are here to assist you in navigating the process of employing a worker from outside the UK. With our expertise in international hiring, we can guide you through the necessary steps and provide you with the resources and support you […]

To determine the exact amount, you will need to pay for your visa, you must first know its length. Keep in mind that a visa may be longer than your period of study or employment.   For a one-year visa, the cost is £776 for students, their dependants, and those on a Youth Mobility Scheme […]

The Home Office has announced that they are scrapping the sponsor licence renewal process. Currently,  licences are granted as valid for four years with a sponsor licence renewal fee (£1,476 or £536 depending on business size) payable to extend beyond this. The Home Office announced on the 24th of January that from the 6th of […]

The United Kingdom's High Potential Individual visa is an incredible pathway for eligible individuals seeking to immigrate. Graduates from approximately 40 top universities within the past five years can come and work in the UK without needing sponsorship from an employer. This is not only great news for the applicants, but also for employers who […]

If you are considering applying for a partner visa application in UK to stay with your British or settled partner, you may find the differences between the marriage visit visa, fiancé visa, unmarried partner visa, and spouse visa confusing. In this post, we will outline these differences to help you determine which option is best […]

Sarah Dyke, a passionate advocate for her constituents in Somerton and Frome, has recently voiced her concerns about the pressing issue of labour shortages in the horseracing industry within her constituency. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscapes and rolling hills of rural Somerset, the horseracing industry holds a special place in the hearts of the local […]

With impending changes to the Immigration Rules on the horizon, the Home Office is currently battling to keep up with the overwhelming demand for immigration application-related services. The upcoming increase in the Immigration Health Surcharge and revisions to the Skilled Worker and Partner routes have caused a surge in applications, putting pressure on UK Visas […]

The Ultimate Employer's Guide to Immigration Civil Penalty Notices Are you an employer in the United Kingdom, feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of immigration law? We understand that navigating this landscape can be daunting, especially when it comes to avoiding civil penalties. Under the Immigration Act of 2016, employers can face severe consequences if they […]

The cooling-off period following refusal, withdrawal, revocation, surrender, civil penalty, or conviction If your application for a sponsor licence is refused, you may not be able to make a successful further application until a specified period has elapsed since the refusal. This is known as the ‘cooling-off period’. The length of the cooling-off period depends […]