The UK government this year announced a massive increase in the fees for settlement, residence and nationality. The increase came into effect on 6th April 2017. The settlement (ILR) applications were increased by 18% to £2,297 while the dependent relative applications were increased to £3,250 from £2,676. The Entry clearance as a visitor for a […] More
People in the UK claiming tax credits are urged to renew their claims by 31st July 2017 or face their payments being stopped. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has revealed that 960,000 tax credit claimants are yet to renew their claims. Last year 410,000 customers had their payments stopped or altered because they missed the […] More
The following video prepared by the Home Office explains how EU citizens looking to remain in the UK can do so after Brexit. The EU citizens who will have lived in the UK for five years when the UK leaves the EU will be allowed to stay indefinitely through settled status. The applicants who arrived […] More
Home Office has published a guidance for landlords affected by the introduction of right to rent immigration checks. More
In the following video, Raheela Hussain, Principal Solicitor, Greenfields Solicitors appearing on the popular 'Adalat' Sky TV Show, discusses the latest developments on immigration in the UK. More
On 10th July 2014, a written ministerial statement was laid in the House of Commons by James Brokenshire MP. There are five main changes which are discussed below. The main change is being made to the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) category. More
The Immigration Act 2014 (the Act) received Royal Assent on 14 May 2014 and has brought about a number of changes, making it easier to remove those who do not have a right to be here. Amongst other things, the Act seeks to prevent illegal migrants accessing and abusing public services and taking up employment. […] More
Voting in Europe If you are an EU national living in another EU country, you have the right to vote and stand as a candidate in European Parliament elections in that country. More
If you plan to come to the UK for studies, work or to settle here, you’ll be required to demonstrate your knowledge of English language. More
How many holidaymakers know the regulations of the country they are driving in should their vehicle breakdown? More
The Home Office has published a new guide outlining what people are allowed and not allowed to bring into the UK through Customs. More
Everybody has the power to choose what they do in life, and at a simpler level, how much they pay for their energy. But, that being said, it can be difficult to know where to look for comparing prices and finding the right supplier. More