Migra & Co UK Immigration Blog http://www.migraco.com UK Immigration blog posting articles, tips and advice in all matters relating to visa applications to enter or remain in the UK. We post comments and opinions discussing the latest developments and policies enforced by the UK Border Agency. Migra & Co CGFeedMaker 1.0.14 on CMS Made Simple info@migraco.com info@migraco.com (Customer Contact) Tier 2/Work Permits: updated forms http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/123/Tier-2-Work-Permits-updated-forms.html Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:57:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/123/Tier-2-Work-Permits-updated-forms.html NEW OFFICE- EDINBURGH http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/125/NEW-OFFICE--EDINBURGH.html Dear Clients, We are glad to announce the opening of a new office in Scotland. Our new branch is located in the town centre at 8 Albany Street Edinburgh EH1 3QB - Please feel free to pop in for a... Sat, 15 Oct 2011 15:12:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/125/NEW-OFFICE--EDINBURGH.html Tier 2 Work Permit: update on changes to the Sponsorship Management System http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/122/Tier-2-Work-Permit-update-on-changes-to-the-Sponsorship-Management-System.html Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:23:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/122/Tier-2-Work-Permit-update-on-changes-to-the-Sponsorship-Management-System.html What does it mean to be settled in the UK? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/121/What-does-it-mean-to-be-settled-in-the-UK.html Mon, 25 Jul 2011 15:18:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/121/What-does-it-mean-to-be-settled-in-the-UK.html UK Immigration for spouses and civil/unmarried partners: useful tips http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/120/UK-Immigration-for-spouses-and-civil-unmarried-partners-useful-tips.html Sat, 18 Jun 2011 10:58:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/120/UK-Immigration-for-spouses-and-civil-unmarried-partners-useful-tips.html Referrals are the best compliment! http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/119/Referrals-are-the-best-compliment.html We wish to thank all our existing clients for the volume of referrals and we truly appreciate you spreading the word about your  good experience with our company. We are very happy to be able to assist and continue to... Thu, 19 May 2011 14:34:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/119/Referrals-are-the-best-compliment.html NEW OFFICE - MAYFAIR, LONDON! http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/118/NEW-OFFICE---MAYFAIR-LONDON.html We have the pleasure to inform you that the significant growth of our business has now compelled us to move from our old premises to new address in 14-18 Heddon Street, Mayfair, London W1B 4DA. We trust that the new premises,... Thu, 05 May 2011 11:50:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/118/NEW-OFFICE---MAYFAIR-LONDON.html Tier 1 Post Study Work Scheme: good news for prospective applicants! http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/117/Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-Scheme-good-news-for-prospective-applicants.html On 7 December 2010, Damian Green, the Immigration Minister, announced that: 'This government wants high-calibre students with the genuine desire to study to come to our country to come for temporary periods, and then return home. We want to hear views... Mon, 21 Mar 2011 13:03:00 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/117/Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-Scheme-good-news-for-prospective-applicants.html No more work restrictions for A8 nationals http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/116/No-more-work-restrictions-for-A8-nationals.html The UK Border Agency announced on 11 March 2011 the closure of the Worker Registration Scheme for workers from those Member States from Eastern Europe that joined the EU on 1 May 2004. The scheme will close from 30 April... Tue, 15 Mar 2011 13:48:00 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/116/No-more-work-restrictions-for-A8-nationals.html New EEA forms published today http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/115/New-EEA-forms-published-today.html Mon, 31 Jan 2011 17:50:00 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/115/New-EEA-forms-published-today.html Premium service for EEA applications? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/114/Premium-service-for-EEA-applications.html Tue, 11 Jan 2011 05:13:35 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/114/Premium-service-for-EEA-applications.html Waiting time for Tier 1 G postal applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/113/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-G-postal-applications.html Sat, 01 Jan 2011 04:39:40 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/113/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-G-postal-applications.html Prospective changes to the Tier 4 Scheme http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/112/Prospective-changes-to-the-Tier-4-Scheme.html Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:39:39 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/112/Prospective-changes-to-the-Tier-4-Scheme.html Update on the Certificate of Approval http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/111/Update-on-the-Certificate-of-Approval.html Thu, 23 Dec 2010 05:28:11 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/111/Update-on-the-Certificate-of-Approval.html New PBS forms following introduction of biometrics http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/110/New-PBS-forms-following-introduction-of-biometrics.html Thu, 16 Dec 2010 06:42:40 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/110/New-PBS-forms-following-introduction-of-biometrics.html Tier 1 General quota reached outside the UK http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/109/Tier-1-General-quota-reached-outside-the-UK.html Tue, 07 Dec 2010 10:14:15 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/109/Tier-1-General-quota-reached-outside-the-UK.html New version of EEA4 form http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/108/New-version-of-EEA4-form.html Mon, 29 Nov 2010 02:50:39 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/108/New-version-of-EEA4-form.html Good news: UKBA recommences issuing of successful Tier 1 (General) applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/107/Good-news-UKBA-recommences-issuing-of-successful-Tier-1-General-applications.html Mon, 01 Nov 2010 10:09:13 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/107/Good-news-UKBA-recommences-issuing-of-successful-Tier-1-General-applications.html Processing times for Tier 1 G applications and interim cap http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/106/Processing-times-for-Tier-1-G-applications-and-interim-cap.html Wed, 20 Oct 2010 02:31:56 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/106/Processing-times-for-Tier-1-G-applications-and-interim-cap.html Permanent Residence: new application forms for non-EU nationals http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/105/Permanent-Residence-new-application-forms-for-non-EU-nationals.html Mon, 04 Oct 2010 04:15:57 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/105/Permanent-Residence-new-application-forms-for-non-EU-nationals.html Waiting time for Tier 1 postal applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/101/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html Thu, 30 Sep 2010 09:46:12 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/101/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html Waiting times for Tier 1 and Tier 2 by post http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/98/Waiting-times-for-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-by-post.html During the week commencing 27 September 2010, the UK Border Agency expects to be considering applications that were received on or before 14 September 2010. This timescale is only a guideline, and some cases may take longer to consider. The standard... Thu, 30 Sep 2010 06:47:32 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/98/Waiting-times-for-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-by-post.html Update on the Certificate of Approval Scheme. http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/104/Update-on-the-Certificate-of-Approval-Scheme.html Wed, 22 Sep 2010 06:40:40 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/104/Update-on-the-Certificate-of-Approval-Scheme.html Domestic worker – rights and wrongs. http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/103/Domestic-worker-rights-and-wrongs.html Fri, 17 Sep 2010 05:28:19 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/103/Domestic-worker-rights-and-wrongs.html UKBA’ s fee increases for immigration and nationality: apply now!! http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/102/UKBA-s-fee-increases-for-immigration-and-nationality-apply-now.html Fri, 10 Sep 2010 07:33:35 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/102/UKBA-s-fee-increases-for-immigration-and-nationality-apply-now.html Waiting time for Tier 1 postal applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/100/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:54:53 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/100/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html Clarification on the maintenance requirement for Tier 1 applicants following Pankina http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/99/Clarification-on-the-maintenance-requirement-for-Tier-1-applicants-following-Pankina.html Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:39:57 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/99/Clarification-on-the-maintenance-requirement-for-Tier-1-applicants-following-Pankina.html New guidance for employers http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/97/New-guidance-for-employers.html Wed, 04 Aug 2010 04:27:55 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/97/New-guidance-for-employers.html Certificate of approval to be abolished in the near future http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/96/Certificate-of-approval-to-be-abolished-in-the-near-future.html Sun, 01 Aug 2010 05:49:37 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/96/Certificate-of-approval-to-be-abolished-in-the-near-future.html Mandatory English language test to be introduced for dependants in November 2010 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/95/Mandatory-English-language-test-to-be-introduced-for-dependants-in-November-2010.html Mon, 26 Jul 2010 07:47:57 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/95/Mandatory-English-language-test-to-be-introduced-for-dependants-in-November-2010.html English language requirement for dependants http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/94/English-language-requirement-for-dependants.html Following several enquiries, we wish to confirm that the Statement of Changes HC59 published on 28 June 2010  and the Statement of Changes HC96 published on 15 July 2010 do not foresee the introduction of an English test for dependants... Wed, 21 Jul 2010 04:55:01 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/94/English-language-requirement-for-dependants.html New fee for the reconsideration of naturalisation applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/93/New-fee-for-the-reconsideration-of-naturalisation-applications.html Tue, 20 Jul 2010 08:44:53 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/93/New-fee-for-the-reconsideration-of-naturalisation-applications.html Tier 2 (General) interim limit - new guidance for employers http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/92/Tier-2-General-interim-limit---new-guidance-for-employers.html Mon, 19 Jul 2010 06:08:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/92/Tier-2-General-interim-limit---new-guidance-for-employers.html Tier 2 Work Permit: Residence Labour Market Test and salary description http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/91/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Residence-Labour-Market-Test-and-salary-description.html The sponsor guidance clearly states what information should be contained in the job advertisements in order to meet the criteria set by the UKBA. One of the requirements is "an indication of the salary package or salary range or terms... Thu, 15 Jul 2010 04:07:38 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/91/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Residence-Labour-Market-Test-and-salary-description.html Addendum to the Tier 4 student guidance http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/90/Addendum-to-the-Tier-4-student-guidance.html Tue, 13 Jul 2010 05:33:47 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/90/Addendum-to-the-Tier-4-student-guidance.html 100 points to meet Tier 1 threshold!!! http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/89/100-points-to-meet-Tier-1-threshold.html Mon, 12 Jul 2010 06:54:45 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/89/100-points-to-meet-Tier-1-threshold.html Tier 2 Skilled Worker Visas: cap on employment for UK sponsors http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/88/Tier-2-Skilled-Worker-Visas-cap-on-employment-for-UK-sponsors.html Thu, 01 Jul 2010 07:20:07 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/88/Tier-2-Skilled-Worker-Visas-cap-on-employment-for-UK-sponsors.html Court of Appeal on the maintenance requirement. http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/87/Court-of-Appeal-on-the-maintenance-requirement.html The Court of Appeal has issued today a landslide judgement with important ramifications to be followed shortly on the UK Border Agency's website particularly for Tier 1 PBS applicants who have failed to meet or are now falling short of... Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:11:45 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/87/Court-of-Appeal-on-the-maintenance-requirement.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/86/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html During the week commencing 21 June 2010, the UK Border Agency expects to be considering Tier 1 General applications that were received on or before 7 June 2010. This timescale is a guideline only, and some cases may take longer... Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:01:43 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/86/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html New form for Tier 4 applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/85/New-form-for-Tier-4-applications.html Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:13:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/85/New-form-for-Tier-4-applications.html UK visas: Processing times for out of country applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/84/UK-visas-Processing-times-for-out-of-country-applications.html Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:32:44 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/84/UK-visas-Processing-times-for-out-of-country-applications.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/83/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Wed, 16 Jun 2010 03:12:44 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/83/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html UK marriage visa: new requirements announced today http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/82/UK-marriage-visa-new-requirements-announced-today.html Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:23:03 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/82/UK-marriage-visa-new-requirements-announced-today.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/81/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Mon, 07 Jun 2010 03:10:48 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/81/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Useful tip on UK entry clearance applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/80/Useful-tip-on-UK-entry-clearance-applications.html Fri, 04 Jun 2010 02:50:17 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/80/Useful-tip-on-UK-entry-clearance-applications.html Re-entry bans: a brief guidance. http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/79/Re-entry-bans-a-brief-guidance.html UK companies wishing to employ foreign workers need to comply with the 2006 legislation relating to the sponsoring of foreign migrants subsequently implemented under the Tier 2 Scheme. There are civil and criminal penalties for failing to comply with the... Thu, 03 Jun 2010 02:21:54 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/79/Re-entry-bans-a-brief-guidance.html The A8 and A2 countries: what to expect? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/78/The-A8-and-A2-countries-what-to-expect.html A8 and A2 nationals can apply for a registration certificate only after having completed 12 months of continuous employment in the UK. A8 countries will need to apply under the Worker Registration Scheme unless they are exempt as in the... Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:36:42 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/78/The-A8-and-A2-countries-what-to-expect.html Tier 1 General Processing times – update http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/77/Tier-1-General-Processing-times-update.html Fri, 28 May 2010 03:39:21 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/77/Tier-1-General-Processing-times-update.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/76/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Mon, 24 May 2010 03:41:04 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/76/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Tier 2: change of employment http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/75/Tier-2-change-of-employment.html Wed, 19 May 2010 02:56:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/75/Tier-2-change-of-employment.html UK work permit: care assistants and chefs http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/74/UK-work-permit-care-assistants-and-chefs.html Tue, 18 May 2010 06:24:34 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/74/UK-work-permit-care-assistants-and-chefs.html Tier 1 General Processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/73/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Mon, 17 May 2010 05:06:08 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/73/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Tier 1 General Processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/72/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Mon, 03 May 2010 03:32:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/72/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Disruptions to the Sponsorship Management System http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/71/Disruptions-to-the-Sponsorship-Management-System.html Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:38:26 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/71/Disruptions-to-the-Sponsorship-Management-System.html Registration of minors under section 1(3) http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/70/Registration-of-minors-under-section-1-3.html Sat, 24 Apr 2010 05:19:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/70/Registration-of-minors-under-section-1-3.html Tier 1 General Processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/69/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Fri, 23 Apr 2010 05:11:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/69/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Changes to the age for marriage visas for serving armed forces and their partners http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/68/Changes-to-the-age-for-marriage-visas-for-serving-armed-forces-and-their-partners.html In light of the many enquiries received this and last week, we wish to confirm that the immigration rules have been changed to lower the age for marriage visas ONLY for serving members of the armed forces and their partners.... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:33:48 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/68/Changes-to-the-age-for-marriage-visas-for-serving-armed-forces-and-their-partners.html Tier 1 General Processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/67/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Mon, 19 Apr 2010 01:44:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/67/Tier-1-General-Processing-times.html Entry Clearance Application forms and procedures http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/66/Entry-Clearance-Application-forms-and-procedures.html Fri, 16 Apr 2010 06:49:12 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/66/Entry-Clearance-Application-forms-and-procedures.html Why is registration with the police a mandatory requirement? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/65/Why-is-registration-with-the-police-a-mandatory-requirement.html Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:48:49 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/65/Why-is-registration-with-the-police-a-mandatory-requirement.html Processing times for the long residence category http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/64/Processing-times-for-the-long-residence-category.html Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:56:19 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/64/Processing-times-for-the-long-residence-category.html Tier 1 Processing times- update http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/63/Tier-1-Processing-times--update.html Mon, 12 Apr 2010 01:16:39 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/63/Tier-1-Processing-times--update.html New Immigration Rules for Intra Company Transfer (ICT) http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/62/New-Immigration-Rules-for-Intra-Company-Transfer-ICT.html Fri, 09 Apr 2010 01:53:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/62/New-Immigration-Rules-for-Intra-Company-Transfer-ICT.html Immigration Rules - minimum age for armed forces marriage visas lowered to 18 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/61/Immigration-Rules---minimum-age-for-armed-forces-marriage-visas-lowered-to-18.html Wed, 07 Apr 2010 03:14:17 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/61/Immigration-Rules---minimum-age-for-armed-forces-marriage-visas-lowered-to-18.html New fees and updated application forms from 6 April 2010 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/60/New-fees-and-updated-application-forms-from-6-April-2010.html Sat, 03 Apr 2010 07:08:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/60/New-fees-and-updated-application-forms-from-6-April-2010.html Tier 1 Processing times - update http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/59/Tier-1-Processing-times---update.html Fri, 02 Apr 2010 07:05:59 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/59/Tier-1-Processing-times---update.html Possible new visa regime to be introduced for visitors from the eastern Caribbean countries. http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/58/Possible-new-visa-regime-to-be-introduced-for-visitors-from-the-eastern-Caribbean-countries.html Thu, 01 Apr 2010 07:03:07 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/58/Possible-new-visa-regime-to-be-introduced-for-visitors-from-the-eastern-Caribbean-countries.html MAC recommended changes to the shortage occupation list http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/57/MAC-recommended-changes-to-the-shortage-occupation-list.html Wed, 31 Mar 2010 13:10:32 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/57/MAC-recommended-changes-to-the-shortage-occupation-list.html Working restrictions under the new Tier 1 Scheme http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/56/Working-restrictions-under-the-new-Tier-1-Scheme.html Wed, 24 Mar 2010 05:51:47 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/56/Working-restrictions-under-the-new-Tier-1-Scheme.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/50/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Tue, 23 Mar 2010 00:00:41 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/50/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Right of residence for non-EEA family member and documentation http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/55/Right-of-residence-for-non-EEA-family-member-and-documentation.html We are seeking further clarification from the EEA team at the Home Office in connection with the uphill struggle faced by many family members of EEA nationals who following a divorce seek to remain in the UK and retain their... Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:03:21 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/55/Right-of-residence-for-non-EEA-family-member-and-documentation.html Entry clearance applications' processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/54/Entry-clearance-applications-processing-times.html Fri, 19 Mar 2010 07:56:35 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/54/Entry-clearance-applications-processing-times.html Some countries are subject to mandatory TB testing http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/53/Some-countries-are-subject-to-mandatory-TB-testing.html Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:10:30 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/53/Some-countries-are-subject-to-mandatory-TB-testing.html EEA Nationals and right of permanent residence http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/52/EEA-Nationals-and-right-of-permanent-residence.html Wed, 17 Mar 2010 01:05:45 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/52/EEA-Nationals-and-right-of-permanent-residence.html Update on SAME DAY processing of TOC and NTL applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/51/Update-on-SAME-DAY-processing-of-TOC-and-NTL-applications.html Fri, 12 Mar 2010 07:53:15 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/51/Update-on-SAME-DAY-processing-of-TOC-and-NTL-applications.html Are migrants allowed to claim public funds? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/49/Are-migrants-allowed-to-claim-public-funds.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:44:28 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/49/Are-migrants-allowed-to-claim-public-funds.html Potential delays for travelling passengers and applicants - Monday 8 and Tuesday 9 March 2010 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/48/Potential-delays-for-travelling-passengers-and-applicants---Monday-8-and-Tuesday-9-March-2010.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:09:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/48/Potential-delays-for-travelling-passengers-and-applicants---Monday-8-and-Tuesday-9-March-2010.html Tier 2 entry clearance form updated http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/47/Tier-2-entry-clearance-form-updated.html Fri, 05 Mar 2010 04:11:43 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/47/Tier-2-entry-clearance-form-updated.html Tier 2 technical change update http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/46/Tier-2-technical-change-update.html Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:09:49 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/46/Tier-2-technical-change-update.html UK visa application forms http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/45/UK-visa-application-forms.html Tue, 02 Mar 2010 04:12:58 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/45/UK-visa-application-forms.html Tier 1 General: processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/44/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:28:54 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/44/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Latest version of the Sponsored Management System (SMS) for Tiers 2-5 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/43/Latest-version-of-the-Sponsored-Management-System-SMS-for-Tiers-2-5.html Fri, 26 Feb 2010 04:07:08 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/43/Latest-version-of-the-Sponsored-Management-System-SMS-for-Tiers-2-5.html Tier 2: new form and policy guidance have been published http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/42/Tier-2-new-form-and-policy-guidance-have-been-published.html Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:41:23 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/42/Tier-2-new-form-and-policy-guidance-have-been-published.html Proposed Tier 1 changes are likely to be reviewed by UKBA in spring 2010 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/41/Proposed-Tier-1-changes-are-likely-to-be-reviewed-by-UKBA-in-spring-2010.html Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:03:23 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/41/Proposed-Tier-1-changes-are-likely-to-be-reviewed-by-UKBA-in-spring-2010.html Tier 1 General : processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/40/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:22:11 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/40/Tier-1-General-processing-times.html Dependant relatives of Tier 1 and Tier 2 applicants http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/38/Dependant-relatives-of-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-applicants.html Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:49:40 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/38/Dependant-relatives-of-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-applicants.html Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme suspended http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/37/Tier-5-Youth-Mobility-Scheme-suspended.html Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:30:25 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/37/Tier-5-Youth-Mobility-Scheme-suspended.html Changes to the SMS system for Tier 2 and Tier 5 sponsors http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/36/Changes-to-the-SMS-system-for-Tier-2-and-Tier-5-sponsors.html Wed, 17 Feb 2010 01:19:41 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/36/Changes-to-the-SMS-system-for-Tier-2-and-Tier-5-sponsors.html Tier 1 General applications- current processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/35/Tier-1-General-applications--current-processing-times.html Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:38:08 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/35/Tier-1-General-applications--current-processing-times.html Our new Mayfair office http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/34/Our-new-Mayfair-office.html Mon, 15 Feb 2010 03:08:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/34/Our-new-Mayfair-office.html Tier 1 General applications - steady improvement in processing times http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/33/Tier-1-General-applications---steady-improvement-in-processing-times.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:28:56 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/33/Tier-1-General-applications---steady-improvement-in-processing-times.html UK visas: date of the application http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/32/UK-visas-date-of-the-application.html Thu, 04 Feb 2010 04:43:39 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/32/UK-visas-date-of-the-application.html UK Immigration: photographic guidance http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/31/UK-Immigration-photographic-guidance.html Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:08:12 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/31/UK-Immigration-photographic-guidance.html Police registration requirement for migrants http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/30/Police-registration-requirement-for-migrants.html Sat, 30 Jan 2010 10:54:51 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/30/Police-registration-requirement-for-migrants.html Useful tip on referees for nationality applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/29/Useful-tip-on-referees-for-nationality-applications.html Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:19:12 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/29/Useful-tip-on-referees-for-nationality-applications.html Who can apply under section 6 (2) of the British Nationality Act? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/28/Who-can-apply-under-section-6-2-of-the-British-Nationality-Act.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:41:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/28/Who-can-apply-under-section-6-2-of-the-British-Nationality-Act.html Reminder of recent important case laws http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/26/Reminder-of-recent-important-case-laws.html Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:40:42 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/26/Reminder-of-recent-important-case-laws.html Important information about Identity Card for Foreign Nationals (ICFN) http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/27/Important-information-about-Identity-Card-for-Foreign-Nationals-ICFN.html Tue, 26 Jan 2010 03:44:20 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/27/Important-information-about-Identity-Card-for-Foreign-Nationals-ICFN.html Tier 1 General applications- faster service http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/25/Tier-1-General-applications--faster-service.html Mon, 25 Jan 2010 02:06:14 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/25/Tier-1-General-applications--faster-service.html Long Residence: Same Day Service http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/24/Long-Residence-Same-Day-Service.html Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:07:33 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/24/Long-Residence-Same-Day-Service.html What are the processing time for nationality applications? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/23/What-are-the-processing-time-for-nationality-applications.html Fri, 22 Jan 2010 02:18:51 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/23/What-are-the-processing-time-for-nationality-applications.html Do you still need to apply for a Schengen Visa once you have settled status in the UK? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/22/Do-you-still-need-to-apply-for-a-Schengen-Visa-once-you-have-settled-status-in-the-UK.html Once you have acquired permanent residence or settled status in the UK, you become free from immigration control. However, you will still need to apply for a Schengen visa when travelling to continental Europe. This is due to the fact... Thu, 21 Jan 2010 01:49:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/22/Do-you-still-need-to-apply-for-a-Schengen-Visa-once-you-have-settled-status-in-the-UK.html Tier 2/Work Permit Maintenance Letter http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/21/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Maintenance-Letter.html Wed, 20 Jan 2010 05:41:26 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/21/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Maintenance-Letter.html Tier 1 General - Maintenance http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/19/Tier-1-General---Maintenance.html Fri, 15 Jan 2010 03:13:02 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/19/Tier-1-General---Maintenance.html Tier 2 (ICT) : Premium Postal Service is no longer available http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/18/Tier-2-ICT-Premium-Postal-Service-is-no-longer-available.html Tue, 12 Jan 2010 02:54:15 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/18/Tier-2-ICT-Premium-Postal-Service-is-no-longer-available.html Tier 2 Intra-Company Transfers: definition of the term ‘directly replacing’ http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/17/Tier-2-Intra-Company-Transfers-definition-of-the-term-directly-replacing.html Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:48:37 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/17/Tier-2-Intra-Company-Transfers-definition-of-the-term-directly-replacing.html UK Student Visa - changes of educational provider http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/16/UK-Student-Visa---changes-of-educational-provider.html Sun, 10 Jan 2010 10:47:14 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/16/UK-Student-Visa---changes-of-educational-provider.html Are you planning to register your child as British? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/14/Are-you-planning-to-register-your-child-as-British.html Fri, 08 Jan 2010 10:28:44 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/14/Are-you-planning-to-register-your-child-as-British.html UK ancestry visa is still an option, but for how long? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/13/UK-ancestry-visa-is-still-an-option-but-for-how-long.html Thu, 07 Jan 2010 03:57:12 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/13/UK-ancestry-visa-is-still-an-option-but-for-how-long.html Biometrics for Tier 2/Work Permit applicants http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/9/Biometrics-for-Tier-2-Work-Permit-applicants.html As of 6 January 2010 foreign nationals applying to renew or switch to a Tier 2/ Work Permit visa will be required to enroll their biometric information (photograph and fingerprints) and will be issued with an identity card confirming their... Tue, 05 Jan 2010 04:09:49 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/9/Biometrics-for-Tier-2-Work-Permit-applicants.html Long Residence: Same Day Processing Suspended http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/12/Long-Residence-Same-Day-Processing-Suspended.html Mon, 04 Jan 2010 08:03:08 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/12/Long-Residence-Same-Day-Processing-Suspended.html Tier 2/ Work Permit: Advertising Period Extended http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/10/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Advertising-Period-Extended.html Mon, 04 Jan 2010 05:19:05 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/10/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Advertising-Period-Extended.html Getting the balance right http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/8/Getting-the-balance-right.html Sun, 27 Dec 2009 09:19:54 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/8/Getting-the-balance-right.html Waiting time for Tier 1 postal applications http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/4/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html Sat, 19 Dec 2009 05:24:53 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/4/Waiting-time-for-Tier-1-postal-applications.html 10 Easy Tips to help you with a UK immigration application http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/2/10-Easy-Tips-to-help-you-with-a-UK-immigration-application.html Preparing your own immigration application to apply for a visa to the UK or extending your current leave may seem an overwhelming experience, however we wish to help you with 10 easy tips which you can apply to navigate the... Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:43:42 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/2/10-Easy-Tips-to-help-you-with-a-UK-immigration-application.html Welcome Visitors http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/6/Welcome-Visitors.html Wed, 09 Dec 2009 06:06:47 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/6/Welcome-Visitors.html Racism and Intolerance or just Common Sense? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/7/Racism-and-Intolerance-or-just-Common-Sense.html A large proportion of British people are under the impression that all immigrants automatically receive handouts as soon as they arrive; this is not the case, but again, media reports tend to focus on stories about those who come here... Fri, 04 Dec 2009 06:11:13 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/7/Racism-and-Intolerance-or-just-Common-Sense.html Can professional legal advice make a difference? http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/5/Can-professional-legal-advice-make-a-difference.html Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:40:21 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/uk-immigration-blog/5/Can-professional-legal-advice-make-a-difference.html