The 1 July 2025 Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules announces the first changes to the Skilled Worker route since the publication of the White Paper on reform of UK immigration in May this year.There are no changes for workers who are already on the sponsored work route except…
The Tier 1 Investor visa was designed for high net-worth individuals seeking to invest in the UK. The rules required applicants to invest a minimum of £2 million in UK companies or government bonds. This route was closed to new entrants on 17 February 2022.Although the visa route has been…
Following the UK Government's Immigration White Paper, "Restoring control over the immigration system", which was published on 12 March 2025, the latest Statement of Changes to Immigration Rules HC 997 was laid before Parliament on 1 July 2025.The new Rules which will come into force on…
In U3 (AP) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2025] UKSC 19, the Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed an appeal against a decision taken by the Special Immigration Appeals Commission ("SIAC") relating to deprivation of citizenship and refusal of entry clearance on the basis…
Whilst this blog is normally dedicated to developments in and commentary on the world of Immigration Law, I hope you won't mind indulging me with a rather more self-reflective blog for the EIN.
My name is Jonathan Bridge and, last week, I started work as the new Director of EIN. The task…
Following the UK Government's official response to the 10-year indefinite leave to remain (ILR) petition – which has now surpassed 143,000 signatures – it's clear that momentum is building. The government has acknowledged public concern, confirmed that formal consultation will take place…
If you are an unmarried but long-term partner of someone who is present and settled in the UK, you can apply for an unmarried partner visa to join your partner in the UK.Appendix FM Paragraph GEN 1.2 defines an unmarried partner as a "couple who have been in a relationship similar to…
By Alexandra Pease and Isabella Reynard, Richmond Chambers,
1. Background and Policy Intent of the UK Graduate Visa RouteIntroduced in July 2021, the UK Graduate Visa route allows international students to remain in the UK after completing an eligible qualification. With the publication of the 2025 White Paper and evaluations by the Migration…
Recent days have witnessed horrific scenes in the small town of Ballymena in Northern Ireland. There, night after night, rioting thugs have tyrannised men, women and children simply because they come from somewhere else. The shocking scenes remind me of the recent repeated arson attacks…
By University of Birmingham students and Adam Pipe,
This short video explains what to expect during an immigration or asylum appeal at the First-tier Tribunal, specifically in Birmingham. It guides you through the basics of the process — from arriving at the court to giving your testimony and receiving a decision. The aim is to help you feel more prepared and confident. It was created by University of Birmingham students Lara Tsentides, Ngozi Chioke, Xinyue Li, Tracy Yu, and Oliver Brindley under the guidance of barrister Adam Pipe.
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