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Migra & Co CGFeedMaker 1.0.14 on CMS Made Simple info@migraco.com info@migraco.com (Customer Contact) http://www.migraco.com/news/216/63/Important-changes-to-the-TIER-2-visa-category.html Tue, 01 May 2012 12:34:58 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/216/63/Important-changes-to-the-TIER-2-visa-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/215/63/UK-Immigration-New-policy-for-Tier-2-holders-and-settlement.html Thu, 22 Mar 2012 13:08:09 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/215/63/UK-Immigration-New-policy-for-Tier-2-holders-and-settlement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/213/63/Shake-up-of-the-settlement-requirements-under-the-employment-route.html Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:38:02 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/213/63/Shake-up-of-the-settlement-requirements-under-the-employment-route.html http://www.migraco.com/news/212/63/Tier-2-work-permit-important-changes-to-the-settlement-criteria-from-April-2012.html Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:35:59 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/212/63/Tier-2-work-permit-important-changes-to-the-settlement-criteria-from-April-2012.html http://www.migraco.com/news/211/63/Update-on-UKBA-forms.html Tue, 28 Feb 2012 12:25:48 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/211/63/Update-on-UKBA-forms.html http://www.migraco.com/news/210/63/New-visa-category-for-UK-graduates-and-changes-to-the-maintenance-requirement.html The UK Border Agency has published a new Statement of Intent, which will bring radical changes affecting students and Tier 4 holders as well as their ability to apply for work experience in the UK. In addition, the UKBA is... Fri, 17 Feb 2012 10:13:03 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/210/63/New-visa-category-for-UK-graduates-and-changes-to-the-maintenance-requirement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/209/63/UK-Visa-Update-Introduction-of-compulsory-biometric-fingerprints-for-all-immigration-categories.html From Wednesday 29 February, all applicants in the UK will need to obtain a biometric residence permit if they are applying to stay here for more than 6 months. To obtain a permit, they will need to enrol their biometric... Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:38:14 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/209/63/UK-Visa-Update-Introduction-of-compulsory-biometric-fingerprints-for-all-immigration-categories.html http://www.migraco.com/news/208/63/Replacement-for-Tier-1-Post-Study-Worker-Scheme.html Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:16:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/208/63/Replacement-for-Tier-1-Post-Study-Worker-Scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/207/63/UK-Visa-fee-increase-apply-before-6-April-2012.html Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:45:44 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/207/63/UK-Visa-fee-increase-apply-before-6-April-2012.html http://www.migraco.com/news/206/63/Settlement-in-the-UK---why-do-absences-matter.html There are different reasons as to why a migrant leave his/her country of origin and come to the UK. Some might wish to invest in the UK by setting up a business under the Tier 1 Entrepreneur or Investor categories.... Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:54:07 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/206/63/Settlement-in-the-UK---why-do-absences-matter.html http://www.migraco.com/news/205/63/Future-of-UK-immigration-Are-we-in-for-a-complete-makeover.html In recent press releases, Damian Green, the immigration minister, has announced that the UK Government is planning to give the current British immigration system a complete makeover to attract fewer but better qualified migrants to live and work in the... Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:49:36 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/205/63/Future-of-UK-immigration-Are-we-in-for-a-complete-makeover.html http://www.migraco.com/news/204/63/Can-a-criminal-conviction-affect-an-application-for-settlement-in-the-UK.html The Immigration Rules were amended on 6 April 2011 to include a new tougher criminality threshold. The key difference is that as of this date any unspent conviction will lead to a mandatory refusal of a prospective application to be... Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:41:03 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/204/63/Can-a-criminal-conviction-affect-an-application-for-settlement-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/203/63/Tier-2-and-Tier-5---changes-in-procedures-for-submission-of-postal-and-same-day-visa-in-the-UK.html The UK Border Agency is planning to introduce online submissions for extension applications in the UK in line with current procedures already implemented for entry clearance applications submitted overseas. Thus, migrants workers under the Tier 2 and Tier 5 Schemes... Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:31:00 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/203/63/Tier-2-and-Tier-5---changes-in-procedures-for-submission-of-postal-and-same-day-visa-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/202/63/Priority-visa-service-available-in-Abu-Dhabi-and-Dubai.html The UK Border Agency in the United Arab Emirates will introduce a priority visa service in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.The priority visa service will allow you to have your application processed ahead of others. It costs 360 AED in addition... Mon, 30 Jan 2012 15:24:52 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/202/63/Priority-visa-service-available-in-Abu-Dhabi-and-Dubai.html http://www.migraco.com/news/197/63/English-language-test-requirement-to-be-introduced-for-Tier-1-and-2-applicants-in-the-UK.html From 6 April 2012 the UKBA will be removing the provision for applicants in the UK to apply for permission to stay here (known as leave to remain) before they have taken or received the results of an English language... Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:00:56 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/197/63/English-language-test-requirement-to-be-introduced-for-Tier-1-and-2-applicants-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/201/63/Tier-1-PSW-Scheme-apply-now-before-closure.html The UK Border Agency has confirmed that the Tier 1 Post-Study Work scheme will be closed in April 2012. This is unfortunate, since most foreign graduates having spent money and effort to complete and gain their UK degrees will not... Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:53:54 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/201/63/Tier-1-PSW-Scheme-apply-now-before-closure.html http://www.migraco.com/news/198/63/Minimum-salary-threshold-to-be-introduced-for-a-UK-spouse-fiancee-visa.html Under the current immigration Rules, in order to join a British partner or a person who is settled person in the UK, a foreign applicant will need to apply for leave to enter as a fiancée or as a spouse... Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:52:05 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/198/63/Minimum-salary-threshold-to-be-introduced-for-a-UK-spouse-fiancee-visa.html http://www.migraco.com/news/200/63/Tier-5-Youth-Mobility-Scheme---important-changes-to-the-Rules.html As previously published, Taiwan has now been added to the countries eligible to apply under the Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme. However, prospective applicants should bear in mind that their application will be dealt on a first come first serve... Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:32:34 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/200/63/Tier-5-Youth-Mobility-Scheme---important-changes-to-the-Rules.html http://www.migraco.com/news/196/63/UK-Visas-applications-from-overseas.html Tue, 17 Jan 2012 15:30:29 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/196/63/UK-Visas-applications-from-overseas.html http://www.migraco.com/news/199/63/Extension-of-employment-restrictions-for-Bulgarian-and-Romanian-nationals.html Controls to restrict how Bulgarian and Romanian nationals access the UK labour market will be extended until the end of 2013. This means Romanian and Bulgarian (EU2) nationals seeking to work in the UK will continue to require permission from... Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:11:19 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/199/63/Extension-of-employment-restrictions-for-Bulgarian-and-Romanian-nationals.html http://www.migraco.com/news/194/63/New-fees-for-some-asylum-and-immigration-appeals.html From today, the UK government's Ministry of Justice is introducing new fees for some asylum and immigration appeals, and changing the way customers can submit their appeals. In particular, fees in the amount of £80 for a paper consideration and... Mon, 19 Dec 2011 13:52:29 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/194/63/New-fees-for-some-asylum-and-immigration-appeals.html http://www.migraco.com/news/193/63/YOUTH-MOBILITY-SCHEME--IMPORTANT-UPDATE.html The Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme allows young people from certain countries to have free access to the UK labour market and gain work experience for a limited period of time, namely two years. The countries that already participate in... Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:40:15 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/193/63/YOUTH-MOBILITY-SCHEME--IMPORTANT-UPDATE.html http://www.migraco.com/news/195/63/Tier-2-and-shortage-occupation-list.html UK employers who wish to employ migrants from outside the European Economic Area usually have to show that they have advertised the job concerned in the appropriate trade press as well as at Jobcentre Plus to show that no appropriate... Mon, 05 Dec 2011 15:07:08 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/195/63/Tier-2-and-shortage-occupation-list.html http://www.migraco.com/news/192/63/SAME-DAY-SERVICE-SLOTS-AVAILABLE-FOR-7-12-2011.html At Migra& Co, we still have few same day slots available for Tier 1 General extension applications to be processed using the UKBA's premium service for legal representatives. Our service will include a detailed advice in connection with the applicable Immigration... Wed, 23 Nov 2011 11:00:02 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/192/63/SAME-DAY-SERVICE-SLOTS-AVAILABLE-FOR-7-12-2011.html http://www.migraco.com/news/190/63/Marriage-Fiancee-visas---New-UKBA-policy-on-age.html Mon, 14 Nov 2011 11:46:58 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/190/63/Marriage-Fiancee-visas---New-UKBA-policy-on-age.html http://www.migraco.com/news/191/63/Tier-2-Settlement--MAC-recommendations.html The MAC was commissioned by the government in June 2011 to identify the most significant economic criteria for determining which Tier 2 migrant workers could settle permanently in the UK and what the economic effects of restricting or removing settlement... Mon, 07 Nov 2011 12:03:52 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/191/63/Tier-2-Settlement--MAC-recommendations.html http://www.migraco.com/news/189/63/Update-on-settlement-requirements-for-Tier-2-migrants-and-work-permit-holders.html On 6 April 2011, the Immigration Rules were amended to introduce a salary requirement for settlement applications made by work permit holders and migrants under Tier 2 of the points-based system. Their applications must now include written confirmation from their... Mon, 31 Oct 2011 07:52:23 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/189/63/Update-on-settlement-requirements-for-Tier-2-migrants-and-work-permit-holders.html http://www.migraco.com/news/188/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-2-work-permit-visa-category.html Earlier this week the government accepted the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC)’s recommendations, which were submitted for consideration in September 2011. In its report, the MAC focused in particular on those industries and sectors where it deemed that resident workers are... Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:24:01 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/188/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-2-work-permit-visa-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/187/63/Youth-mobility-scheme-is-open-to-Taiwanese-nationals.html Wed, 19 Oct 2011 14:15:15 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/187/63/Youth-mobility-scheme-is-open-to-Taiwanese-nationals.html http://www.migraco.com/news/186/63/Update-on-Entry-Clearance-in-USA-and-UAE.html Sun, 16 Oct 2011 14:11:03 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/186/63/Update-on-Entry-Clearance-in-USA-and-UAE.html http://www.migraco.com/news/185/63/Judgement-on-carers-of-British-Citizens.html The Court of Justice of the European Union (ECJ) recently handed down judgement in the case of Ruiz Zambrano (C-34/09). This judgement creates a right to reside and work for the sole carer of a dependent British citizen when that... Tue, 27 Sep 2011 11:21:42 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/185/63/Judgement-on-carers-of-British-Citizens.html http://www.migraco.com/news/184/63/UKBA-s-reform-of-family-visa-categories-to-move-forward.html Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:50:08 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/184/63/UKBA-s-reform-of-family-visa-categories-to-move-forward.html http://www.migraco.com/news/183/63/British-nationality-and-referees-for-the-good-character-requirement.html Wed, 14 Sep 2011 12:35:17 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/183/63/British-nationality-and-referees-for-the-good-character-requirement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/182/63/MAC-report-Revised-shortage-occupation-list.html Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:07:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/182/63/MAC-report-Revised-shortage-occupation-list.html http://www.migraco.com/news/180/63/The-Tier-5-Intern-Scheme-a-brief-summary.html The Tier 5 Intern scheme is a new employers' led scheme, administered by GTI Recruiting Solutions, which enables employers to identify their own interns and then apply for a certificate of sponsorship from GTI as the ‘over-arching sponsor’ required under... Fri, 09 Sep 2011 11:41:22 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/180/63/The-Tier-5-Intern-Scheme-a-brief-summary.html http://www.migraco.com/news/181/63/MAC-to-publish-new-shortage-occupation-list.html Tue, 06 Sep 2011 11:45:31 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/181/63/MAC-to-publish-new-shortage-occupation-list.html http://www.migraco.com/news/173/63/Indefinite-Leave-to-Remain-in-the-UK---a-general-overview.html Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is also referred to as 'permanent residence' in the UK. An applicant can qualify having spent either two years in the UK as the partner/spouse of a British citizen or someone present and settled in... Fri, 19 Aug 2011 09:10:25 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/173/63/Indefinite-Leave-to-Remain-in-the-UK---a-general-overview.html http://www.migraco.com/news/78/63/British-nationality-and-criminal-civil-convictions.html Sat, 30 Jul 2011 08:52:27 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/78/63/British-nationality-and-criminal-civil-convictions.html http://www.migraco.com/news/179/63/Latest-UKBA-proposals-UK-visas-for-family-members-and-settlement.html Thu, 28 Jul 2011 10:43:36 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/179/63/Latest-UKBA-proposals-UK-visas-for-family-members-and-settlement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/178/63/Tier-1-General-Processing-Times.html Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:43:13 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/178/63/Tier-1-General-Processing-Times.html http://www.migraco.com/news/177/63/EEA-premium-service-on-hold.html Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:05:03 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/177/63/EEA-premium-service-on-hold.html http://www.migraco.com/news/176/63/New-EEA-forms-published-today.html Mon, 20 Jun 2011 14:13:52 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/176/63/New-EEA-forms-published-today.html http://www.migraco.com/news/175/63/UK-Immigration-update-and-new-UKBA-proposals.html On 6 April 2011, the UK Border Agency brought into force the Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC863) published on 16 March 2011. This article offers a snap shot of the most pervasive makeover of the UK immigration... Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:11:12 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/175/63/UK-Immigration-update-and-new-UKBA-proposals.html http://www.migraco.com/news/174/63/EU-applications-introduction-of-the-same-day-processing-service.html Thu, 12 May 2011 15:37:38 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/174/63/EU-applications-introduction-of-the-same-day-processing-service.html http://www.migraco.com/news/168/63/Is-rolling-out-the-red-carpet-enough-to-attract-more-foreign-investors-and-high-net-individuals-to-the-UK.html Sat, 30 Apr 2011 17:18:26 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/168/63/Is-rolling-out-the-red-carpet-enough-to-attract-more-foreign-investors-and-high-net-individuals-to-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/172/63/New-English-language-requirement-for-Tier-4-students.html On 31 March the UK Government issued a ‘statement of intent’ setting out how Tier 4 of the points-based system will operate following the changes to the student visa policy. From 21 April the changes to the English language requirement... Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:37:35 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/172/63/New-English-language-requirement-for-Tier-4-students.html http://www.migraco.com/news/171/63/UK-Settlement-changes-and-challenges-ahead.html The last few weeks have unveiled a complete rethinking of the immigration system and visa categories in the UK. On 6 April 2011, the Tier 1 General Scheme was abolished whilst the Tier 1 Post Study Work Scheme, after much... Thu, 07 Apr 2011 15:19:59 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/171/63/UK-Settlement-changes-and-challenges-ahead.html http://www.migraco.com/news/170/63/Closure-of-the-Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-route-confirmed.html The UK Border Agency has announced the closure of the Tier 1 PSW route. From April 2012 graduate students will no longer be able to apply for leave to remain in the UK following the award of their degree unless... Wed, 23 Mar 2011 10:10:08 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/170/63/Closure-of-the-Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-route-confirmed.html http://www.migraco.com/news/169/63/Important-changes-to-the-TIER-2-visa-category.html Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:11:09 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/169/63/Important-changes-to-the-TIER-2-visa-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/167/63/Increase-in-immigration-fees.html Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:56:35 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/167/63/Increase-in-immigration-fees.html http://www.migraco.com/news/166/63/Tier-2-General-Requests-for-a-Certificate-of-Sponsorship-suspended.html Following the UK Government’s Statement of Intent published in February 2011 the last allocation of certificates of sponsorship (CoS) under the Tier 2 General interim limit will take place on 4 March 2011. Valid requests for additional COSs received on... Thu, 03 Mar 2011 17:02:31 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/166/63/Tier-2-General-Requests-for-a-Certificate-of-Sponsorship-suspended.html http://www.migraco.com/news/165/63/Ankara-Agreement-what-is-the-fuss-all-about.html The Turkish European Community Association Agreement (ECAA) is also known as the Ankara Agreement. Article 41 of the Additional Protocol contains the famous “Standstill Clause” which prohibits the introduction, from its entry into force, of any new restrictions on the... Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:37:48 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/165/63/Ankara-Agreement-what-is-the-fuss-all-about.html http://www.migraco.com/news/164/63/Tier-1-and-Tier-2-visas-what-will-happen-after-6-of-April-2011.html Earlier this month, the UK Government announced new requirements for those wishing to live and work in the UK under the Tier 1 and Tier 2 categories of the Points Based System. The new rules will come into effective on... Thu, 24 Feb 2011 13:55:26 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/164/63/Tier-1-and-Tier-2-visas-what-will-happen-after-6-of-April-2011.html http://www.migraco.com/news/163/63/UKBA-announces-changes-to-Tier-2-Scheme.html The UK Border Agency has published a Statement of Intent affecting the eligibility criteria for Tier 2 applications in the wake of the annual cap to be introduced on 6 April 2011. In particular, all Tier 2 jobs will need... Fri, 18 Feb 2011 16:13:30 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/163/63/UKBA-announces-changes-to-Tier-2-Scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/162/63/Imminent-policy-changes-to-the-Tier-2-Scheme-for-sponsored-workers.html Wed, 16 Feb 2011 11:33:03 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/162/63/Imminent-policy-changes-to-the-Tier-2-Scheme-for-sponsored-workers.html http://www.migraco.com/news/161/63/Important-reminder-Tier-1-General-and-Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-to-be-removed-as-of-5-April-2011.html We wish to remind migrants who have been awarded a UK degree in the last 12 months or are about to complete a degree in the UK (Bachelor, Master or PhD) that as of 5 April 2011 the Tier 1... Tue, 01 Feb 2011 11:29:45 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/161/63/Important-reminder-Tier-1-General-and-Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-to-be-removed-as-of-5-April-2011.html http://www.migraco.com/news/160/63/The-UK-Border-Agency-Tough-on-Immigration-or-Just-Tough-on-Immigrants.html In one of the most eventful years in immigration history, 2010 saw new immigration policies introduced that have caused controversy and divided opinion amongst politicians and UK employers alike. What seem to be very draconian measures are perceived by some... Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:32:58 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/160/63/The-UK-Border-Agency-Tough-on-Immigration-or-Just-Tough-on-Immigrants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/159/63/Investor-visa-what-are-the-best-options-for-high-net-migrants-in-the-UK.html Thu, 06 Jan 2011 07:07:57 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/159/63/Investor-visa-what-are-the-best-options-for-high-net-migrants-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/158/63/2011-UK-Border-Agency-Tough-on-Immigration-or-Just-Tough-on-Immigrants.html On 17th December 2010, the High Court found the interim cap imposed on Tier 1 and Tier 2 entry clearance applications to be unlawful since the measure had not been subjected to Parliamentary scrutiny. However, the UK Border Agency has... Tue, 04 Jan 2011 05:15:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/158/63/2011-UK-Border-Agency-Tough-on-Immigration-or-Just-Tough-on-Immigrants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/157/63/Changes-to-the-Points-Based-Scheme-and-settlement-applications.html Thu, 30 Dec 2010 07:30:38 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/157/63/Changes-to-the-Points-Based-Scheme-and-settlement-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/156/63/UKBA-defiant-Tier-1-General-Scheme-will-cease-overseas-on-23-December-2010.html Tue, 21 Dec 2010 10:20:24 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/156/63/UKBA-defiant-Tier-1-General-Scheme-will-cease-overseas-on-23-December-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/155/63/Immigration-cap-declared-unlawful-by-the-High-Court.html Good news is often the exception to the rule in the immigration world. However, today, immigration practitioners and migrants alike have the opportunity to rejoice the High Court’s decision to rule unlawful the introduction of the immigration cap on 19... Fri, 17 Dec 2010 10:11:32 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/155/63/Immigration-cap-declared-unlawful-by-the-High-Court.html http://www.migraco.com/news/154/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-visa-applications.html On 23 November 2010 the Home Secretary, Teresa May announced a number of changes in respect of the Tier 1 and Tier 2 categories of the points-based system which were designed to limit the number of non-EU economic migrants coming... Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:04:57 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/154/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-1-and-Tier-2-visa-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/153/63/Shake-up-of-the-Tier-4-student-visa-system.html Mon, 13 Dec 2010 09:57:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/153/63/Shake-up-of-the-Tier-4-student-visa-system.html http://www.migraco.com/news/152/63/UK-immigration-cap-half-full-or-half-empty.html Mon, 29 Nov 2010 03:02:24 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/152/63/UK-immigration-cap-half-full-or-half-empty.html http://www.migraco.com/news/151/63/Tier-1-and-Tier-2---further-cuts-in-number-of-migrants-allowed-to-enter-the-UK.html Wed, 24 Nov 2010 08:36:52 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/151/63/Tier-1-and-Tier-2---further-cuts-in-number-of-migrants-allowed-to-enter-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/150/63/Increase-in-immigration-fees-and-recent-updates.html Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:12:40 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/150/63/Increase-in-immigration-fees-and-recent-updates.html http://www.migraco.com/news/149/63/The-limit-for-Tier-1-General-applications-has-been-reached-for-November.html Wed, 10 Nov 2010 04:33:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/149/63/The-limit-for-Tier-1-General-applications-has-been-reached-for-November.html http://www.migraco.com/news/148/63/Redefined-criteria-for-certificate-of-sponsorship--Tier-2-Scheme.html Mon, 01 Nov 2010 04:23:36 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/148/63/Redefined-criteria-for-certificate-of-sponsorship--Tier-2-Scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/147/63/Tier-1-applicants-should-be-in-skilled-jobs-says-Immigration-Minister.html Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:37:37 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/147/63/Tier-1-applicants-should-be-in-skilled-jobs-says-Immigration-Minister.html http://www.migraco.com/news/146/63/Important-Update-for-Tier-1-General-applications-inside-and-outside-the-UK.html Regulations have been laid before Parliament which will require even more migrants to apply for biometric residence permits if they want to extend their stay in the UK. The permits will replace the stickers (known as 'vignettes') which these migrants... Fri, 22 Oct 2010 04:45:22 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/146/63/Important-Update-for-Tier-1-General-applications-inside-and-outside-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/144/63/Immigration-UK-Border-Agency-s-policy-changes-under-scrutiny.html October 2010 has seen the UK Border Agency pushing forward its agenda while trying to fend off strong criticisms to its policy changes. Amongst the most important ones, a substantial increase in the fees structure which is to be implemented... Fri, 15 Oct 2010 08:56:18 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/144/63/Immigration-UK-Border-Agency-s-policy-changes-under-scrutiny.html http://www.migraco.com/news/143/63/UK-visas-fees-increase-for-immigration-applications.html Following the UK Border Agency announcement on 9 September 2010 regarding the increase of immigration and nationality application fees for all those applying to visit, study, work or stay in the UK the first part of the increase was implemented... Mon, 04 Oct 2010 03:49:22 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/143/63/UK-visas-fees-increase-for-immigration-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/142/63/Settlement-in-the-UK-what-why-how.html Tue, 21 Sep 2010 07:40:36 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/142/63/Settlement-in-the-UK-what-why-how.html http://www.migraco.com/news/140/63/Is-the-UK-immigration-policy-changing.html Thu, 16 Sep 2010 06:27:07 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/140/63/Is-the-UK-immigration-policy-changing.html http://www.migraco.com/news/139/63/New-EU-Member-States-A8-nationals-right-to-residence-and-employment.html Fri, 10 Sep 2010 08:20:21 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/139/63/New-EU-Member-States-A8-nationals-right-to-residence-and-employment.html http://www.migraco.com/news/138/63/Points-scoring-criteria-for-Tier-1-General-past-future-and-transitional-arrangements.html On 19 July 2010, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) increased the required threshold to qualify under the Tier 1 General Scheme, namely from 75 points to 80 points. In addition, an applicant still needs to meet the English language and... Fri, 03 Sep 2010 04:03:49 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/138/63/Points-scoring-criteria-for-Tier-1-General-past-future-and-transitional-arrangements.html http://www.migraco.com/news/137/63/UK-Spouse-Visa-same-day-service-for-further-leave-as-a-dependant-partner-spouse.html Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:42:20 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/137/63/UK-Spouse-Visa-same-day-service-for-further-leave-as-a-dependant-partner-spouse.html http://www.migraco.com/news/134/63/Tier-1-General-has-your-application-been-refused-solely-on-the-basis-of-maintenance.html Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:38:19 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/134/63/Tier-1-General-has-your-application-been-refused-solely-on-the-basis-of-maintenance.html http://www.migraco.com/news/136/63/New-Sponsors-how-to-sponsor-migrants-under-the-Tier-2-Work-Permit-category.html On 19 July 2010 the UK Border Agency introduced an interim limit on applications submitted under Tier 2 (General) of the Points Based System. The limit will be in place until 31 March 2011 and will be reviewed on a... Fri, 20 Aug 2010 02:46:55 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/136/63/New-Sponsors-how-to-sponsor-migrants-under-the-Tier-2-Work-Permit-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/135/63/New-forms-to-be-used-as-of-31-July-2010.html Sun, 08 Aug 2010 09:39:05 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/135/63/New-forms-to-be-used-as-of-31-July-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/133/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-2-Work-Permit-cap-on-the-number-of-sponsored-migrants.html On 19 July 2010 the UK Border Agency introduced an interim limit on applications submitted under Tier 1 (General) and Tier 2 (General) of the Points Based System. This limit will be in place until 31 March 2011 and will... Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:49:38 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/133/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-2-Work-Permit-cap-on-the-number-of-sponsored-migrants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/132/63/Interim-limits-for-Tier-1-General-applications.html Tue, 20 Jul 2010 03:44:51 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/132/63/Interim-limits-for-Tier-1-General-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/99/63/Tier-1-Visa-settlement-for-dependants.html This article is written to highlight some of the issues relating to the dependant (family members) of migrants under the Tier 1 category of the Points Based Scheme (PBS). Applicants who have been granted leave to enter or remain under... Wed, 07 Jul 2010 04:12:08 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/99/63/Tier-1-Visa-settlement-for-dependants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/131/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-1-General-Scheme-in-country-and-entry-clearance-applications.html Mon, 05 Jul 2010 03:31:30 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/131/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-1-General-Scheme-in-country-and-entry-clearance-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/130/63/Tier-1-General-higher-points-score-required-and-new-cap-on-entry.html The last two weeks have been a roller cost in the immigration world with good and bad news shocking in equal amount. This article provides a summary of the changes announced by the UK Border Agency and a peak at... Wed, 30 Jun 2010 01:45:15 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/130/63/Tier-1-General-higher-points-score-required-and-new-cap-on-entry.html http://www.migraco.com/news/129/63/Bad-news-for-UK-Immigration-Caps-on-non-EU-migrants-to-be-implemented-as-of-July-2010.html Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:04:37 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/129/63/Bad-news-for-UK-Immigration-Caps-on-non-EU-migrants-to-be-implemented-as-of-July-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/128/63/Landslide-judgement-by-the-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... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:51:28 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/128/63/Landslide-judgement-by-the-Court-of-Appeal-on-the-maintenance-requirement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/127/63/Long-residence-what-to-do-if-you-are-worried-about-a-break-in-your-residence.html Wed, 23 Jun 2010 08:14:23 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/127/63/Long-residence-what-to-do-if-you-are-worried-about-a-break-in-your-residence.html http://www.migraco.com/news/112/63/Entry-clearance-procedure---how-to-apply.html Mon, 21 Jun 2010 03:56:07 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/112/63/Entry-clearance-procedure---how-to-apply.html http://www.migraco.com/news/126/63/UK-Immigration-the-importance-of-making-an-in-time-and-valid-extension.html Tue, 15 Jun 2010 03:40:44 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/126/63/UK-Immigration-the-importance-of-making-an-in-time-and-valid-extension.html http://www.migraco.com/news/125/63/UK-immigration-Biometrics-and-Identity-Cards-for-Foreign-Nationals-ICFNs.html An Identity Card for Foreign Nationals (ICFNs) is a proof of migrant's permission to stay in the United Kingdom and shows any conditions attached to their visa which must be met during their stay in the UK. The card confirms... Fri, 11 Jun 2010 01:33:26 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/125/63/UK-immigration-Biometrics-and-Identity-Cards-for-Foreign-Nationals-ICFNs.html http://www.migraco.com/news/123/63/Tier-2-work-permit-visas-period-of-leave-granted.html Wed, 09 Jun 2010 03:05:35 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/123/63/Tier-2-work-permit-visas-period-of-leave-granted.html http://www.migraco.com/news/122/63/UK-Domestic-worker-visa-in-country-extensions-and-national-minimum-wage.html Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:49:52 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/122/63/UK-Domestic-worker-visa-in-country-extensions-and-national-minimum-wage.html http://www.migraco.com/news/121/63/Tier-1-General-visa-still-an-attractive-immigration-category-to-enter-the-UK.html Mon, 07 Jun 2010 03:03:58 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/121/63/Tier-1-General-visa-still-an-attractive-immigration-category-to-enter-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/120/63/UK-Long-Residency-but-for-how-long.html Fri, 04 Jun 2010 02:44:13 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/120/63/UK-Long-Residency-but-for-how-long.html http://www.migraco.com/news/119/63/Settlement-how-to-make-a-successful-application.html This article is not meant to be an exhaustive guidance on the subject of Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK, however it should provide you with a general overview of the preliminary work to be done in the... Wed, 02 Jun 2010 02:19:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/119/63/Settlement-how-to-make-a-successful-application.html http://www.migraco.com/news/118/63/EEA-nationals-and-their-family-members-a-look-at-the-past-present-and-future.html On 1 May 2004, the 15 “original” members of the European Union (EU) were joined by 10 other countries, namely Poland, Slovakia, Latvia, Lithuania, Estonia, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovenia (known collectively as the Accession 8 countries or A8) and Cyprus... Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:15:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/118/63/EEA-nationals-and-their-family-members-a-look-at-the-past-present-and-future.html http://www.migraco.com/news/117/63/The-Border-Citizenship-and-Immigration-Act-2009-what-now.html The Border, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009 was devised by the previous government to amend the 1981 British Nationality Act with a clear intention to make it harder for migrants to qualify for British nationality by increasing the length of... Mon, 31 May 2010 04:19:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/117/63/The-Border-Citizenship-and-Immigration-Act-2009-what-now.html http://www.migraco.com/news/116/63/Adopted-children-is-there-an-entitlement-to-British-citizenship.html Fri, 28 May 2010 03:41:48 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/116/63/Adopted-children-is-there-an-entitlement-to-British-citizenship.html http://www.migraco.com/news/115/63/UK-Immigration-under-the-new-Government-a-matter-of-hope-or-despair.html With the dawn of the new political era, many migrants and UK employers may feel uncertain about the future of UK immigration. However, what is known so far is that the main legacy of the previous Government, the Points Based... Mon, 17 May 2010 06:21:42 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/115/63/UK-Immigration-under-the-new-Government-a-matter-of-hope-or-despair.html http://www.migraco.com/news/58/63/Settlement-in-the-UK-what-does-it-mean-to-be-economically-active.html Mon, 10 May 2010 10:39:05 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/58/63/Settlement-in-the-UK-what-does-it-mean-to-be-economically-active.html http://www.migraco.com/news/114/63/Summary-of-the-changes-affecting-the-TIER-2-category-after-6th-April-2010.html In light of the several enquiries received so far by UK employers and employees facing the difficult task of familiarizing themselves with the changes brought in by the UK Border Agency on 6 April 2010, we have prepared a simple... Wed, 05 May 2010 04:57:19 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/114/63/Summary-of-the-changes-affecting-the-TIER-2-category-after-6th-April-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/113/63/Ancestry-Route-still-an-option-but-for-how-long.html With the UK general election looming and immigration being handled as one of the “hottest” potato in the current and future debates, one might wonder how long before the UK may decide to sever its ties with the Commonwealth, perhaps... Mon, 03 May 2010 03:45:28 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/113/63/Ancestry-Route-still-an-option-but-for-how-long.html http://www.migraco.com/news/111/63/Life-in-the-UK-Test--guidance.html Tue, 27 Apr 2010 03:54:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/111/63/Life-in-the-UK-Test--guidance.html http://www.migraco.com/news/110/63/Notice-for-holders-of-expired-visas-and-update-on-disruption-caused-by-volcanic-ashes.html Tue, 20 Apr 2010 01:36:02 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/110/63/Notice-for-holders-of-expired-visas-and-update-on-disruption-caused-by-volcanic-ashes.html http://www.migraco.com/news/109/63/MPs-correspondence-during-the-pre-election-period.html Mon, 19 Apr 2010 01:47:43 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/109/63/MPs-correspondence-during-the-pre-election-period.html http://www.migraco.com/news/108/63/Section-85-4-of-the-Nationality-Immigration-and-Asylum-Act-2002.html Fri, 16 Apr 2010 07:07:29 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/108/63/Section-85-4-of-the-Nationality-Immigration-and-Asylum-Act-2002.html http://www.migraco.com/news/107/63/Prevention-of-illegal-working-and-sanctions-applied-to-UK-employers.html Mon, 12 Apr 2010 01:07:38 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/107/63/Prevention-of-illegal-working-and-sanctions-applied-to-UK-employers.html http://www.migraco.com/news/106/63/Changes-to-the-Immigration-Rules-dealing-with-the-Tier-4-Student-Scheme.html Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:25:25 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/106/63/Changes-to-the-Immigration-Rules-dealing-with-the-Tier-4-Student-Scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/105/63/Changes-to-the-ESOL-qualification-for-settlement-applications.html Thu, 08 Apr 2010 01:56:48 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/105/63/Changes-to-the-ESOL-qualification-for-settlement-applications.html http://www.migraco.com/news/103/63/Deception-and-mandatory-grounds-of-refusal.html Tue, 06 Apr 2010 02:51:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/103/63/Deception-and-mandatory-grounds-of-refusal.html http://www.migraco.com/news/102/63/Date-of-application-and-the-new-changes-to-the-points-based-scheme.html Sat, 03 Apr 2010 08:06:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/102/63/Date-of-application-and-the-new-changes-to-the-points-based-scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/101/63/How-can-you-find-if-your-occupation-is-in-the-Shortage-Occupation-List.html Fri, 02 Apr 2010 07:43:52 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/101/63/How-can-you-find-if-your-occupation-is-in-the-Shortage-Occupation-List.html http://www.migraco.com/news/100/63/Register-of-highly-trusted-sponsors-will-go-live-on-6-April-2010.html Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:28:41 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/100/63/Register-of-highly-trusted-sponsors-will-go-live-on-6-April-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/98/63/Tier-4-Student-visa-category-change-of-course-institution.html Thu, 25 Mar 2010 09:03:32 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/98/63/Tier-4-Student-visa-category-change-of-course-institution.html http://www.migraco.com/news/97/63/HSMP-holders-reminder-that-you-might-qualify-for-settlement-after-4-years.html We wish to advise our readers that it is still possible to make an application for settlement in the UK pursuant to the arrangements which have been put into place for HSMP holders covered by the 6 April 2009 Judgement... Wed, 24 Mar 2010 04:04:36 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/97/63/HSMP-holders-reminder-that-you-might-qualify-for-settlement-after-4-years.html http://www.migraco.com/news/96/63/Public-funds-and-exceptions.html Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:12:33 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/96/63/Public-funds-and-exceptions.html http://www.migraco.com/news/95/63/UK-Refugee-status-and-eligibility-for-settlement.html Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:01:58 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/95/63/UK-Refugee-status-and-eligibility-for-settlement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/94/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-1-General-Scheme-meritocratic-or-plutocratic.html On 18 March 2010, the UK Border Agency announced very significant changes to the Tier 1 and Tier 2 Schemes which will come into effect on 6 April 2010. These changes are in line with the Migration Advisory Committee’s recommendations... Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:01:38 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/94/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-1-General-Scheme-meritocratic-or-plutocratic.html http://www.migraco.com/news/92/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-1-Tier-2-of-the-PBS.html Thu, 18 Mar 2010 07:16:09 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/92/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-1-Tier-2-of-the-PBS.html http://www.migraco.com/news/91/63/Amended-version-of-OA-EEA---retained-right-of-residence-2010-UKAIT-00003.html Thu, 18 Mar 2010 03:08:05 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/91/63/Amended-version-of-OA-EEA---retained-right-of-residence-2010-UKAIT-00003.html http://www.migraco.com/news/90/63/EEA-applications-ongoing-delays-and-unfair-rejections-reported.html Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:11:05 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/90/63/EEA-applications-ongoing-delays-and-unfair-rejections-reported.html http://www.migraco.com/news/71/63/Proposed-changes-to-the-Tier-1-category-of-the-PBS.html Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:58 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/71/63/Proposed-changes-to-the-Tier-1-category-of-the-PBS.html http://www.migraco.com/news/89/63/Sole-representatives-of-overseas-businesses--how-to-apply.html Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:12:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/89/63/Sole-representatives-of-overseas-businesses--how-to-apply.html http://www.migraco.com/news/88/63/New-UK-immigration-appeals-procedure.html Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:45:50 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/88/63/New-UK-immigration-appeals-procedure.html http://www.migraco.com/news/87/63/UK-Domestic-Worker-visa-category.html This is just a quick reminder that as a domestic worker or as the employer of a domestic worker in the UK, you will need to apply for an extension before the expiry of the current leave endorsed in the... Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:25:27 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/87/63/UK-Domestic-Worker-visa-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/86/63/New-immigration-fees-from-6-April-2010.html Mon, 08 Mar 2010 02:12:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/86/63/New-immigration-fees-from-6-April-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/85/63/EEA-Regulations-right-of-residence-for-primary-carer-of-children.html The Court (Grand Chamber) has recently ruled that a national of a Member State who was employed in another Member State in which his or her child is in education can claim in the capacity of primary carer for that... Fri, 05 Mar 2010 03:59:25 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/85/63/EEA-Regulations-right-of-residence-for-primary-carer-of-children.html http://www.migraco.com/news/84/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-4-Student-visa-category.html From 3 March 2010 a new set of measures is being introduced to the Tier 4 Student category. These changes are meant to tighten the criteria on student visas and limit the number of migrants coming to the UK under... Wed, 03 Mar 2010 04:06:41 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/84/63/Important-changes-to-the-Tier-4-Student-visa-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/83/63/EEA-Regulations--How-can-you-retain-a-right-of-residence.html Wed, 03 Mar 2010 04:01:21 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/83/63/EEA-Regulations--How-can-you-retain-a-right-of-residence.html http://www.migraco.com/news/82/63/Tier-2-visas-fast-track-processing.html Mon, 01 Mar 2010 03:32:38 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/82/63/Tier-2-visas-fast-track-processing.html http://www.migraco.com/news/81/63/UK-Visas-same-day-processing-service.html Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:32:30 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/81/63/UK-Visas-same-day-processing-service.html http://www.migraco.com/news/80/63/UK-Immigration-Maintenance-and-use-of-an-overdraft-facility.html The Asylum and Immigration Tribunal in the case of IK (Immigration Rules- construction - purpose) Pakistan appeal vs SSHD confirmed the hard line approach taken by the AIT in connection with the maintenance requirement under the different Tiers of the... Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:18:18 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/80/63/UK-Immigration-Maintenance-and-use-of-an-overdraft-facility.html http://www.migraco.com/news/79/63/Important-dates-affecting-applications-under-the-Tier-4-Student-Scheme.html After much media attention, the UK Border Agency has announced the implementation of the Statement of Changes in the Immigration Rules (HC 367) on 3 March 2010 in an effort to crack down alleged loop holes in the immigration system... Mon, 22 Feb 2010 01:54:57 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/79/63/Important-dates-affecting-applications-under-the-Tier-4-Student-Scheme.html http://www.migraco.com/news/77/63/UK-immigration-changes-to-the-appeal-structure.html Tue, 16 Feb 2010 05:57:32 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/77/63/UK-immigration-changes-to-the-appeal-structure.html http://www.migraco.com/news/75/63/British-citizenship---points-test-for-earned-citizenship.html In 2009 the UK immigration authorities conducted a public consultation relating to the proposed introduction of the earned citizenship points scheme. As part of the consultation the UKBA analysed the 2,201 written responses and published the results of the analysis... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 03:16:33 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/75/63/British-citizenship---points-test-for-earned-citizenship.html http://www.migraco.com/news/74/63/Dependants-of-Points-Based-Scheme-applicants-age-restrictions.html Thu, 11 Feb 2010 06:28:52 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/74/63/Dependants-of-Points-Based-Scheme-applicants-age-restrictions.html http://www.migraco.com/news/73/63/Tier-4-Student-visa-important-changes.html In the recent months, UK immigration has become one of the most discussed topics. With new changes to the UK immigration laws being introduced on almost monthly basis the Tier 4 Student category of the points-based system came again under... Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:20:36 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/73/63/Tier-4-Student-visa-important-changes.html http://www.migraco.com/news/72/63/UK-visas-Tier-1-2-and-4---maintenance-requirement.html Mon, 08 Feb 2010 10:37:38 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/72/63/UK-visas-Tier-1-2-and-4---maintenance-requirement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/70/63/UK-Immigration-Tier-4-Student-category-suspended-for-applicants-from-India-Nepal-and-Bangladesh.html Mon, 01 Feb 2010 05:50:34 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/70/63/UK-Immigration-Tier-4-Student-category-suspended-for-applicants-from-India-Nepal-and-Bangladesh.html http://www.migraco.com/news/69/63/How-can-you-apply-for-permission-to-marry-in-the-UK.html This article intends to assist migrants who are currently in the UK and wish to marry their beloved ones. In order for migrants to celebrate their wedding or civil partnership in the UK, the applicants must first apply to the... Sat, 30 Jan 2010 11:04:02 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/69/63/How-can-you-apply-for-permission-to-marry-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/68/63/UK-Immigration-How-can-PBS-migrants-legalise-the-immigration-status-of-their-new-born-child-in-the-UK.html It is important to clarify that a new born child will not be automatically British merely on the basis of having been born in the UK unless one of the parents is at the time of birth settled in this... Fri, 29 Jan 2010 03:53:04 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/68/63/UK-Immigration-How-can-PBS-migrants-legalise-the-immigration-status-of-their-new-born-child-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/67/63/New-procedures-for-sponsoring-Tier-4-students.html Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:10:34 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/67/63/New-procedures-for-sponsoring-Tier-4-students.html http://www.migraco.com/news/66/63/New-changes-to-the-Sponsor-Management-System-for-Tier-2-4-5-categories.html Wed, 27 Jan 2010 03:31:39 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/66/63/New-changes-to-the-Sponsor-Management-System-for-Tier-2-4-5-categories.html http://www.migraco.com/news/65/63/Transfer-of-Conditions.html Mon, 25 Jan 2010 02:02:13 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/65/63/Transfer-of-Conditions.html http://www.migraco.com/news/64/63/UK-Immigration-Points-Based-Scheme-Dependants.html This article is written to highlight some of the issues relating to the dependants of migrants applying under the Points-Based Scheme (PBS). Applicants who have been granted leave to enter or remain under the PBS are entitled to be accompanied... Sun, 24 Jan 2010 10:10:56 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/64/63/UK-Immigration-Points-Based-Scheme-Dependants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/63/63/15-000-fee-for-faster-visa-processing.html Fri, 22 Jan 2010 02:20:09 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/63/63/15-000-fee-for-faster-visa-processing.html http://www.migraco.com/news/62/63/New-requirements-for-the-registration-of-children-as-of-13-January-2010.html Fri, 15 Jan 2010 03:08:03 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/62/63/New-requirements-for-the-registration-of-children-as-of-13-January-2010.html http://www.migraco.com/news/61/63/UK-Immigration-Do-you-know-how-to-enrol-your-biometrics.html Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:46:15 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/61/63/UK-Immigration-Do-you-know-how-to-enrol-your-biometrics.html http://www.migraco.com/news/60/63/Tier-1-General---Part-two-Earnings.html Tue, 12 Jan 2010 03:11:41 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/60/63/Tier-1-General---Part-two-Earnings.html http://www.migraco.com/news/59/63/Tier-1-General---Part-one-Age-and-Qualification.html Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:10:50 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/59/63/Tier-1-General---Part-one-Age-and-Qualification.html http://www.migraco.com/news/57/63/Settlement-in-the-United-Kingdom.html Thu, 07 Jan 2010 02:24:00 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/57/63/Settlement-in-the-United-Kingdom.html http://www.migraco.com/news/55/63/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Update-for-Sponsors-and-Applicants.html Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:12:06 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/55/63/Tier-2-Work-Permit-Update-for-Sponsors-and-Applicants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/54/63/UK-Domestic-Worker-Visa-Myths-or-Facts.html This article sheds some light on the most common myths surrounding the domestic worker category. When it comes to apply for an extension under the domestic worker's category or for a change of employment, we have noticed that many employers... Tue, 05 Jan 2010 02:55:28 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/54/63/UK-Domestic-Worker-Visa-Myths-or-Facts.html http://www.migraco.com/news/53/63/The-maintenance-requirement---further-clarification.html We wish to bring our readers' attention to the importance of being able to meet the maintenance requirement since we are often instructed to advise on difficult cases where an applicant has either misunderstood or was unable to satisfy Appendix... Wed, 30 Dec 2009 04:39:26 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/53/63/The-maintenance-requirement---further-clarification.html http://www.migraco.com/news/52/63/Changes-to-the-rules-on-foreign-students.html Mon, 28 Dec 2009 04:34:40 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/52/63/Changes-to-the-rules-on-foreign-students.html http://www.migraco.com/news/50/63/Supreme-Court-has-determined-that-3rd-party-support-is-permissible-when-joining-relatives-in-the-UK.html In five conjoined appeals, the court was required to determine whether for the purposes of the Immigration Rules a person seeking entry into the United Kingdom could rely upon third party financial support to establish that they could maintain themselves... Sun, 27 Dec 2009 09:25:32 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/50/63/Supreme-Court-has-determined-that-3rd-party-support-is-permissible-when-joining-relatives-in-the-UK.html http://www.migraco.com/news/51/63/Interpretation-on-dependency-for-extended-family-members-of-EEA-nationals-is-now-relaxed.html Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:19:27 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/51/63/Interpretation-on-dependency-for-extended-family-members-of-EEA-nationals-is-now-relaxed.html http://www.migraco.com/news/49/63/New-IMPORTANT-changes-to-UK-Immigration-Rules.html Wed, 16 Dec 2009 09:34:24 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/49/63/New-IMPORTANT-changes-to-UK-Immigration-Rules.html http://www.migraco.com/news/48/63/Identity-Cards-for-Tier-2-Work-Permit-holders.html Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:28:54 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/48/63/Identity-Cards-for-Tier-2-Work-Permit-holders.html http://www.migraco.com/news/47/63/Proposed-changes-to-the-Tier-1-category-of-the-points-based-system-PBS.html Fri, 04 Dec 2009 07:35:43 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/47/63/Proposed-changes-to-the-Tier-1-category-of-the-points-based-system-PBS.html http://www.migraco.com/news/46/63/Tier-2-work-permit---changes-to-the-resident-labour-market-test.html Tue, 24 Nov 2009 07:40:50 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/46/63/Tier-2-work-permit---changes-to-the-resident-labour-market-test.html http://www.migraco.com/news/45/63/The-Immigration-Bill-new-concepts-for-the-future-immigration-system.html The UK Border Agency has now published the draft Immigration Bill. The latter is intended as the pinnacle of their efforts in bringing together a new legal framework to simplify and consolidate 40 years of immigration laws put in place... Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:27:59 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/45/63/The-Immigration-Bill-new-concepts-for-the-future-immigration-system.html http://www.migraco.com/news/44/63/Changes-to-the-law-on-citizenship.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 14:47:34 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/44/63/Changes-to-the-law-on-citizenship.html http://www.migraco.com/news/43/63/UK-Border-Agency-prepares-to-speed-up-the-roll-out-of-identity-cards.html According to the most recent figures published by UK Border Agency the initial quota of 75,000 cards issued to a foreign nationals by November 2009 has been exceeded. More than 100,000 identity cards have been issued since the implementation of... Wed, 04 Nov 2009 04:15:16 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/43/63/UK-Border-Agency-prepares-to-speed-up-the-roll-out-of-identity-cards.html http://www.migraco.com/news/40/63/Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-degree-maintenance.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 13:35:10 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/40/63/Tier-1-Post-Study-Work-degree-maintenance.html http://www.migraco.com/news/42/63/Tier-4-General-Students-choose-the-right-academic-institution.html Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:40:12 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/42/63/Tier-4-General-Students-choose-the-right-academic-institution.html http://www.migraco.com/news/41/63/Doctor-in-Training--further-immigration-changes.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:37:30 +0000 http://www.migraco.com/news/41/63/Doctor-in-Training--further-immigration-changes.html http://www.migraco.com/news/39/63/Important-changes-to-the-UKBA-photo-guidance.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 06:46:51 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/39/63/Important-changes-to-the-UKBA-photo-guidance.html http://www.migraco.com/news/38/63/Recommended-changes-to-the-Shortage-Occupation-List-for-Tier-2.html Wed, 21 Oct 2009 08:38:23 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/38/63/Recommended-changes-to-the-Shortage-Occupation-List-for-Tier-2.html http://www.migraco.com/news/37/63/Points-Based-System--approved-English-language-tests-for-Tier-1-2.html Mon, 12 Oct 2009 04:08:49 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/37/63/Points-Based-System--approved-English-language-tests-for-Tier-1-2.html http://www.migraco.com/news/36/63/Important-changes-for-sponsors-under-the-Points-Based-System.html Mon, 05 Oct 2009 06:40:52 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/36/63/Important-changes-for-sponsors-under-the-Points-Based-System.html http://www.migraco.com/news/35/63/Points-Based-Scheme---changes-to-the-guidance-notes.html Fri, 02 Oct 2009 06:10:11 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/35/63/Points-Based-Scheme---changes-to-the-guidance-notes.html http://www.migraco.com/news/34/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-4-category.html Thu, 01 Oct 2009 03:10:47 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/34/63/Changes-to-the-Tier-4-category.html http://www.migraco.com/news/33/63/Renewal-of-sponsorship-certificates-allowance.html Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:30:34 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/33/63/Renewal-of-sponsorship-certificates-allowance.html http://www.migraco.com/news/32/63/Identity-cards-for-Tier-2-holders.html Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:08:33 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/32/63/Identity-cards-for-Tier-2-holders.html http://www.migraco.com/news/31/63/Tier-4---important-changes.html Mon, 21 Sep 2009 02:26:03 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/31/63/Tier-4---important-changes.html http://www.migraco.com/news/30/63/Changes-to-the-Immigration-Rules.html Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:08:18 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/30/63/Changes-to-the-Immigration-Rules.html http://www.migraco.com/news/29/63/New-visa-route-for-Turkish-entrepreneurs.html Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:58:56 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/29/63/New-visa-route-for-Turkish-entrepreneurs.html http://www.migraco.com/news/27/63/MAC-recommendations-on-Tier-2-accepted.html Mon, 07 Sep 2009 09:05:58 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/27/63/MAC-recommendations-on-Tier-2-accepted.html http://www.migraco.com/news/28/63/New-change-of-circumstances-form-for-sponsors.html Mon, 07 Sep 2009 04:05:25 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/28/63/New-change-of-circumstances-form-for-sponsors.html http://www.migraco.com/news/26/63/Changes-to-Indefinite-Leave-to-Remain.html Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:53:23 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/26/63/Changes-to-Indefinite-Leave-to-Remain.html http://www.migraco.com/news/17/63/Processing-time-for-Tier-1-General.html Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:41:36 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/17/63/Processing-time-for-Tier-1-General.html http://www.migraco.com/news/25/63/Changes-to-the-age-limits-for-partners-of-Points-Based-System-applicants.html Fri, 21 Aug 2009 04:01:59 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/25/63/Changes-to-the-age-limits-for-partners-of-Points-Based-System-applicants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/24/63/MAC-report-on-Tier-2-and-dependants.html Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:52:09 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/24/63/MAC-report-on-Tier-2-and-dependants.html http://www.migraco.com/news/23/63/Good-news-for-students-with-International-Baccalaureate.html Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:47:30 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/23/63/Good-news-for-students-with-International-Baccalaureate.html http://www.migraco.com/news/22/63/Changes-to-the-Points-Based-System.html Fri, 07 Aug 2009 06:18:57 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/22/63/Changes-to-the-Points-Based-System.html http://www.migraco.com/news/21/63/Policy-for-the-return-of-COA-application-fees.html The UK Border Agency suspended the fee for applications to obtain a certificate of approval - a document that is required by many migrants who are subject to immigration control and who want to get married or register a civil... Mon, 03 Aug 2009 05:44:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/21/63/Policy-for-the-return-of-COA-application-fees.html http://www.migraco.com/news/20/63/New-path-to-citizenship.html Fri, 31 Jul 2009 05:43:07 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/20/63/New-path-to-citizenship.html http://www.migraco.com/news/19/63/New-BUNAC.html Wed, 15 Jul 2009 05:42:25 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/19/63/New-BUNAC.html http://www.migraco.com/news/18/63/New-AN-form.html Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:42:01 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/18/63/New-AN-form.html http://www.migraco.com/news/16/63/New-visa-requirements-for-South-Africa.html Thu, 09 Jul 2009 05:41:00 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/16/63/New-visa-requirements-for-South-Africa.html http://www.migraco.com/news/15/63/New-AIT-decision-on-maintenance-for-Tier-1-PSW.html Tue, 07 Jul 2009 05:40:16 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/15/63/New-AIT-decision-on-maintenance-for-Tier-1-PSW.html http://www.migraco.com/news/14/63/New-fee-for-technical-changes-of-employment.html Tue, 23 Jun 2009 05:39:34 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/14/63/New-fee-for-technical-changes-of-employment.html http://www.migraco.com/news/13/63/HSMP---revised-policy-following-judicial-review.html Fri, 19 Jun 2009 05:39:06 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/13/63/HSMP---revised-policy-following-judicial-review.html http://www.migraco.com/news/12/63/New-shortage-occupation-lists.html Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:38:39 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/12/63/New-shortage-occupation-lists.html http://www.migraco.com/news/11/63/Amnesty-for-illegal-migrants---UKBA-response.html Wed, 17 Jun 2009 05:37:56 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/11/63/Amnesty-for-illegal-migrants---UKBA-response.html http://www.migraco.com/news/10/63/Concession-is-extended-for-potential-students-awaiting-GCSE-results.html Fri, 05 Jun 2009 05:37:15 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/10/63/Concession-is-extended-for-potential-students-awaiting-GCSE-results.html http://www.migraco.com/news/9/63/Revised-SET-O-form-for-settlement.html Wed, 20 May 2009 05:36:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/9/63/Revised-SET-O-form-for-settlement.html http://www.migraco.com/news/8/63/HSMP-Forum-judicial-review-arrangements-resulting-from-the-judgment-of-6-April-2009.html Wed, 20 May 2009 05:35:32 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/8/63/HSMP-Forum-judicial-review-arrangements-resulting-from-the-judgment-of-6-April-2009.html http://www.migraco.com/news/7/63/Visa-letters-important-information-for-students.html Fri, 15 May 2009 05:34:47 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/7/63/Visa-letters-important-information-for-students.html http://www.migraco.com/news/6/63/New-visa-regimes-for-Bolivian-and-Venezuelan-passport-holders.html Mon, 11 May 2009 04:31:55 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/6/63/New-visa-regimes-for-Bolivian-and-Venezuelan-passport-holders.html http://www.migraco.com/news/5/63/Gurkha-decisions---Government-response.html Thu, 07 May 2009 04:27:24 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/5/63/Gurkha-decisions---Government-response.html http://www.migraco.com/news/4/63/HSMP-Forum-Judicial-Review---Judgement-of-6-April-2009.html Tue, 14 Apr 2009 04:26:42 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/4/63/HSMP-Forum-Judicial-Review---Judgement-of-6-April-2009.html http://www.migraco.com/news/3/63/Changes-to-the-Certificate-of-Approval-Scheme.html Thu, 09 Apr 2009 04:23:34 +0100 http://www.migraco.com/news/3/63/Changes-to-the-Certificate-of-Approval-Scheme.html