Is there discretion to grant indefinite leave to remain where some of the requirements of the rules are not met?
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Navigating the UK Spouse Visa Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for 2025 Applicants
The UK Spouse Visa is a category for the married foreign partner to join or stay with their partner/spouse in the UK. Provided they meet the relevant requirements of the immigration rules, applications as a spouse can be…
Deportation vs. Removal: Key Differences in UK Immigration Law
In discussions surrounding UK immigration law, the terms 'deportation' and 'removal' are often used interchangeably, yet each holds a distinct legal definition. This article seeks to clarify the differences between…
Beyond the UK: Why the US Immigration System Attracts Skilled Professionals
In the era of global talent mobility, skilled workers are increasingly seeking opportunities to relocate to foreign nations that offer promising career prospects and enhanced quality of life. Countries like the UK, Canada,…
The Key Immigration Law Cases From The Year So Far
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Latest case law
Alnoor, R (On the Application Of) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] EWHC 922 (Admin)
High Court (Administrative Court)
CPH, R (On the Application Of) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] EWHC 848 (Admin)
High Court (Administrative Court)
Thadeu, R (On the Application Of) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] EWHC 736 (Admin)
High Court (Administrative Court)
Seerangan v Secretary of State for The Home Department [2025] EWCA Civ 354
Court of Appeal
SA v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] EWCA Civ 357
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Latest country reports
Country Policy and Information Note - Libya: Security situation (April 2025)
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Country Policy and Information Note - Libya: Humanitarian situation (April 2025)
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"We'll All Be Arrested Soon": Abusive Prosecutions under Vietnam's "Infringing on State Interests" Law
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Cameroon Protection Analysis Update - Update on Protection Risks Caused by Protracted Armed Conflicts, and Climatic Hazards
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Protest under attack: Human rights violations during Mozambique's post-2024 election crackdown
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Latest legislation
Immigration (Biometric Information etc.) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
SI 2025 No. 382. This instrument updates UK biometric legislation by mandating biometric immigration documents, expanding…
Immigration, Nationality and Passport (Fees) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
SI 2025 No. 363. This instrument increases and amends fees charged across immigration and nationality applications, and…
Immigration (Passenger Transit Visa) (Amendment) Order 2025
SI 2025 No. 320. This Order amends the Immigration (Passenger Transit Visa) Order 2014, adding Trinidad and Tobago to the…
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House of Commons Library reports:
Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill 2024-25 (February 2025)
The financial (minimum income) requirement for partner visas (January 2025)
UK immigration schemes for Afghan nationals (December 2024)
Deprivation of British citizenship and withdrawal of passports (December 2024)
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