24 August 2011
Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) route is now open
The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has announced that the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) category of the points-based system is now open.
24 August 2011
Singapore: Entry Clearance appointments must now be made online
Migrants applying for Entry Clearance to the UK from Singapore must now book an online appointment before visiting the Visa Application Centre.
24 August 2011
Changes to the Restricted CoS application system
From 1 October 2011, applications for a Restricted Certificate of Sponsorship will be made through the Sponsor Management System (SMS) instead of the current online application form.
24 August 2011
Weekly visa service now available in Brussels and Lisbon
Mobile biometric 'clinics' have now been set up in Brussels and Lisbon, allowing applicants in Belgium and Portugal to submit the biometric information required for visa applications without having to leave the country.
22 July 2011
Caution urged with UKBA application forms
Kingsley Napley LLP urges all our clients in the process of preparing an immigration application to check they are using the current version of the relevant UKBA application form.