On 20 November 2025, the UK Government launched a public consultation on a major reform of the settlement (ILR) system called “Earned Settlement.”These are proposals only, not yet law, and may change after the consultation process. Below is a concise explanation of what was announced. Settlement Would No Longer Be an Automatic 5-Year Right Under
Throughout 2025, the UK immigration system will continue to undergo substantial overhaul, with a number of significant improvements going into effect on November 11. Family pathways, work visas, seasonal workers, stateless applicants, and the Home Office’s. UK Immigration Rule Changes to Know About (Including the 11 November Updates) New “Suitability” Rules from 11 November Updates
What You Need to Know As a leading solicitor firm based in London, we understand that moving to the UK under the Hong Kong British National (Overseas) Visa Route, commonly known as the BN(O) visa, can be both exciting and overwhelming. This immigration route provides a significant opportunity for Hong Kong residents who hold British
Spouse Visa requirements UK For couples who want to build their future together in the UK, applying for a UK Spouse or Partner Visa can be a transformative move. However, it can frequently feel daunting to comprehend the documents, deadlines, and qualifying requirements. Our skilled immigration team at Adam Bernard Solicitors is here to assist
What is a UK Family Visitor Visa? Are you bringing your family to the UK? Officially called the Standard Visitor Visa, the UK family visitor visa permits family members to travel to the UK for short durations of up to six months or for tourism. Knowing the UK visitor visa criteria is essential for a
The UK government has announced a significant upcoming change to the Immigration Skills Charge (ISC), scheduled to take effect in mid-December 2025. This increase forms part of a broader set of reforms to the UK’s immigration system, designed to balance the needs of the labour market with the government’s goal of reducing overall migration and
What Has Changed? The UK government has announced a significant change to immigration laws: raising the minimal level of English proficiency required of visa applicants. Due to this shift, many migrants—including those requesting family, employment, or settlement visas—will soon have to perform at a level that is roughly equivalent to an A-Level in English. A
Skilled Worker Visa to ILR: New Rules and Requirements in 2025 Skilled worker visas are among the most common visas for professionals travelling to the UK. The goal of many is to gain Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), which allows them to live, work, and settle in the UK permanently. The UK government has suggested
The UK government has declared a significant change to the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) settlement provisions. To be eligible for permanent status under the new contribution-based scheme, migrants must show that they have “contributed” to the UK. This change may have significant effects on employers, families, and individuals. We explain the changes, their significance,
International students who want to remain in the UK after finishing their studies can take the exciting step of applying for the UK Post-Study Work (PSW) visa, formerly known as the Graduate Route visa. Nonetheless, a lot of applicants are surprised to learn that their applications were turned down. You’re not the only one who
