To be eligible for indefinite leave to remain (ILR), otherwise known as permanent settlement, you must complete the qualifying residence period in the UK. The qualifying period will depend on the route you are applying for. Usually, the qualifying period for...
To meet the English language requirement for British Citizenship or Indefinite Leave to Remain, you must prove that you have sufficient knowledge of the English language; this means that you can read, write, speak and understand English at the appropriate level....
What is a BNO Visa? The British National (Overseas) visa is a UK settlement route for British National Overseas status holders who usually reside in Hong Kong, the UK or the Channel Islands. From 30 November 2022 onwards, Children of BNO status holders can apply...
As there is no statutory right of appeal for a refusal of citizenship applications, whether naturalisation or registration, you may request the Home Office UKVI to reconsider its refusal decision if you think it was due to an official error. This post discusses what...
A No Time Limit (NTL) application allows those who have old-style immigration documents or those who have lost them to upgrade to a biometric residence permit (BRP card) which can be used to confirm their existing UK immigration status. The Home Office has issued a...
Knowing how to track your UK Visa Application status is important if you are planning to apply for a visa or are awaiting a decision on an immigration application. The Home Office UKVI have set standards on their average processing times, these can vary based on...
