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Our team are experts when it comes to UK visa applications. With decades of experience and extensive training in all areas of UK immigration law, they know exactly what it takes for your application to be successful.
There are many reasons why people wish to apply for a visa to enter the UK; they include work, study, business, join immediate relatives, visit as a tourist, transit through the country, access private medical treatment, to seek refuge and to live in the UK permanently.
A UK Visa is a document that will give you a right to enter the UK, whether you wish to come to the United Kingdom on a temporary basis, or wish to make the country your permanent home by gaining settlement status. Your visa will be a key part of your UK immigration journey.
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| Visa type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Skilled Worker Visa | Skilled Workers with a job offer in UK |
| Temporary Worker Visa | Temporary work, work experience and research in UK for less than 12 months |
| Youth Mobility Visa | 2 year work permit for young people aged 18-20 from participating territories |
| Paid Permitted Engagement visa | Short-term entry clearance for individuals invited to UK as experts in their field |
| Sportsperson Visa | Work permit for elite sportspersons or qualified coaches |
All overseas nationals must apply for a visa to enter the UK if they intend to stay for more than 90 days. Non-EEA nationals must also apply for a visitor visa if their stay is less than 90 days whilst citizens from EEA countries can enter the country for up to 90 days without the need for a visa.
There are a wide variety of UK visas available including both short-term to long-term UK visas, the right one for you will depend on why you intend to enter and how long you plan to stay in the UK.
The visa types available include work visas, study visas, family visas, tourist visas, business visas and transit visas. Many of the UK visas can also be used as a route to Indefinite Leave to Remain, which is a key step in the journey to British citizenship.
If you intend to work whilst living in the UK, then you must hold a visa that permits you to do this. The UK work visas include:
The most common UK work visa for overseas nationals is the Skilled Worker Visa. Previously known as the Tier 2 Visa; this visa allows international workers to take up employment in the UK for up to 5 years and can also be extended after this. To be eligible under the points based system you must score at least 70 points.
You can do this by having a job offer and Certificate of Sponsorship from a registered UK sponsor company, demonstrating a knowledge of the English language and meeting the relevant salary requirements for your role.
There are also a number of business visas suitable for entrepreneurs who may wish to enter the UK. They include the:
The UK is home to many world-class educational institutions, which makes it a popular destination for international students. Before entering the UK, overseas nationals must secure a visa that permits them to study in the UK.
The UK Student Visa, previously known as the Tier 4 Visa, permits students to stay in the UK for the duration of their studies. To be eligible you must have an offer to study on a course from a registered UK educational facility. You will also need to demonstrate your knowledge of the English language and will need to prove that you are able to support yourself financially without the use of public funds.
There are also other types of student visas available. The Short-Term Study Visa is available to those intending to study in the UK for 6 months or less, for example as part of an exchange programme. For younger students, there is also a Child Student Visa. This is for children between the ages of 4 to 17 who will study in the UK for over 6 months.
Non-EEA citizens will require a visitor visa if they intend to enter the UK for a period of six months or less. The standard UK Visitor Visa can be used for a number of purposes including:
There are also other types of visitor visas that may be more suitable for you. The Short-Term Study Visa is a student visitor visa that allows people to study in the country temporarily. The Business Visitor Visa allows foreign nationals to enter the UK temporarily to carry out business activities.
Visitor visas are issued for a period of six months and cannot be extended. However, visitors from the United States, China, Pakistan, India, and other non-EEA countries can, however, apply for a long-term visit visa for UK travel. These are available at an extra cost and can be held for a duration of two years, five years or ten years. The long-term visitor visa still restricts you to a maximum single visit of six months or less.
Being apart from your immediate relatives can be difficult. Luckily there are several types of UK Visas that can be used for the purpose of family reunion. You could be eligible for a family permit if one of the following applies to you:
The Child dependent visa allows you to bring your children to join you in the UK, and the Adult dependent visa allows you to bring an adult relative who requires care in the UK to join you here. If you wish to join your partner in the UK, you will need to apply for one of the partner visas. They include the Spouse Visa for those who are married to a British citizen or settled person, the Unmarried Partner Visa for those in a civil partnership with a British citizen or settled person, or the Fiance Visa for those who intend to marry a British partner or register a civil partnership during their stay in the UK.
UK visas and immigration is complex, so it can be difficult to navigate the visa application process by yourself. If you make a mistake in your application, UK Visas and Immigration may refuse it. This is why it is highly recommended that you seek the complete assistance of a professional immigration lawyer.
Our immigration solicitors have had success with thousands of visa applications, whether you want to study, work or simply live in the UK, our lawyers are here for you and will work tirelessly to give your application the best chance of a successful outcome. We offer application packages that will see you assigned a caseworker who can discuss your situation with you, as well as a range of bespoke services, find out what you are trying to achieve and can advise you on the most viable UK immigration options available to you. During a professional legal advice session your caseworker can also assess that you meet the eligibility criteria for the UK visa route that you wish to apply for.
Once you have decided which visa you would like to apply for, our lawyers can assist you with your visa application. Our application package will ensure that you are fully supported throughout the entire immigration process. Our lawyers can assist you with filling in the visa application form and can help you to gather any required supporting documents. We can also provide you with a Letter of Representation to support your application.
For more information about how we can assist you, book your free consultation today by calling 020 4502 8582.