Understanding the mechanics of UK immigration control is essential for legal practitioners specialising in immigration law. This topic sheds light on the procedural framework and key regulatory bodies that govern entry, stay, and removal of individuals within the UK. Stay informed on the latest policies and practices, ensuring your expertise remains top-notch in guiding clients through the complexities of immigration control.
The following Immigration news provides comprehensive and up to date legal information on Immigration weekly highlights—8 May 2025
Parental consent for minor child—letter[Insert address of [parent OR guardian] in home country][Insert Home Office address where application is...
Biometric Immigration DocumentsWhat is a Biometric Immigration Document?A Biometric Immigration Document (BID) is the key ‘document’ that evidences...
Children applying for indefinite leave under Part 8 and Appendix FM: procedureA child may be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to enter or remain...
Key contacts for immigration advisersIP COMPLETION DAY: The Brexit transition period ended at 11pm on 31 December 2020. At this time (referred to in...
Does an immigration officer need a warrant to enter a client’s home address?Immigration officers have wide—but far from unlimited—statutory powers to enter an individual’s home without a warrant issued by a JP or (in Scotland) a sheriff.Powers derive primarily from the Immigration Act 1971 (IA 1971)
Key contacts for immigration advisersThis Practice Note provides contact details for the key government offices and other organisations involved in the administration of immigration control in the UK. It also gives details of relevant sector bodies.The Home OfficeHome Office organisational
Giving immigration advice in the UKImmigration advisers and service providers in the UK are subject to regulation.Broadly, non-legally qualified immigration advisers are required to register and comply with standards set by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC). Advisers working
Biometric Immigration DocumentsWhat is a Biometric Immigration Document?A Biometric Immigration Document (BID) is the key ‘document’ that evidences the holder’s biometric and biographical information, immigration status, any conditions of stay, and entitlement to public funds. It can also confirm
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