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The MAC has published its report making recommendations on the shortage occupational lists for the UK and for Scotland. Read more >>

Following the recent acceptance of the Migration Advisory Committee (“MAC”) recommendations the UK immigration authorities will implement fundamental changes to the Tier 1 General Rules. Read more >>

During the week commencing 22 March 2010, the UK Border Agency expects to be considering Tier 1 General applications that were received on or before 1 March 2010. Read more >>

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 right of residence. Read more >>

To find out our most recent visa application processing times for the country from which you are applying, you should click on the following link http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/howtoapply/processingtimes Read more >>

Applicants for UK visas valid for longer than six months in certain countries now require a certificate to show that they are free from infectious pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). Read more >>

If you have spent five years in the UK exercising EEA rights, there is be no need for you to apply for permanent residence with an EEA 3 form which might take up to 6 months Read more >>

The Public Enquiry Office (PEO) in Croydon has relaxed the same day appointment policy exclusively for applicants who wish to transfer their Indefinite or Further Leave to Remain stamps to a new passport. Read more >>

Migrants are categorically not allowed to claim public funds unless otherwise stated in the endorsement/visa to be found in their passports granting them leave to enter or remain in the UK. Read more >>

The UK Immigration authorities has warned that the travelling public could face potential disruption at UK ports owing to strike action by the Public and Commercial Services Union (PCS) on Monday 8 March and Tuesday 9 March. Read more >>

The Appendix 5 form for Tier 2 (Skilled Worker) entry clearance applications has been updated. Read more >>

The UK immigration policy team is currently debating whether it is viable to accept proposed amendments to the Tier 2 technical changes allowing for a change of role as long as it is within the same Code of Practice. Read more >>

The application form for domestic workers FLR(BID) has been updated. Read more >>

During the week commencing 1 March 2010, the UK immigration authorities expect to be considering Tier 1 Highly Skilled Worker applications that were received on or before 1 February 2010. Read more >>