LS Legal News Bulletin
This page is dedicated to recent news, updates and opinions from LS Legal Solicitors, as well as blogs and discussions.We want to know your opinion on various legal issues and we welcome your participation in our debates.
Simplifying UK Travel: Your Guide to the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)
Friday 31st January 2025
What is ETA? The travel rules for the UK are changing. Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) is intended to improve the control of immigration and facilitate public security of the United Kingdom. It is now mandatory for everyone who previously was not…
A Long Journey to EUSS Success: Three Years Later
Monday 20th January 2025
Khurshid Ali
🕛 Some victories take time, but they’re worth every step. Our Head of Immigration, Khurshid Ali, successfully secured EUSS status for a client after a three-year-long battle. The case involved a 2.5-year wait for an administrative review, followed by…
Child Protection Needs Urgent Action: Online Grooming Crimes Surge
Wednesday 15th January 2025
Stella Marat
The rise of online grooming crimes is deeply concerning, with offences increasing by 89% in just six years, reaching a record of 7,062 cases in 2023/24. Platforms like Snapchat, WhatsApp, and Facebook are commonly exploited by perpetrators to target vulnerable children. Shockingly,…
Ukraine Extension Scheme: How to Apply
Monday 13th January 2025
📝 The application process for the Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here’s a clear breakdown of what you need to know. Applications must be made online. Timing is key—please make sure you apply within 28 days prior to the expiry of your current visa. Applying…
Case in Focus: Securing ILR Against the Odds
Thursday 9th January 2025
🏆 Life doesn’t always follow a straight line, and immigration rules often don’t account for life’s unexpected turns. Recently, our…
Ukraine Extension Scheme: Starting from 4th February 2025
Wednesday 8th January 2025
📢 From 4 February 2025, Ukrainian nationals and their family members living in the UK under one of the Ukraine schemes will be able to apply for…
🎉 2024 Success Stories: Share and Win a £100 Amazon Voucher!
Friday 6th December 2024
🌟 Your success deserves to be celebrated! 📢 Whether you've: • Transitioned to a Skilled Worker visa, • Obtained citizenship, • Reunited your family in the UK, or • Achieved another immigration milestone—we want to hear from…
Case in Focus: Helping ILR Clients Manage eVisa Access with Confidence
Wednesday 4th December 2024
Clients with Indefinite Leave to Remain often face eVisa challenges, particularly when they are awaiting citizenship or want flexibility for travel. Olga Bakeeva…
Errors in eVisas – Navigating the Transition
Monday 2nd December 2024
The UK has started phasing out physical immigration documents, transitioning to a fully digital system with eVisas. This move offers greater security and convenience but has led to several user-reported issues, such as errors…
Ukraine Scheme Visas: Understanding the New Rules for Settlement
Friday 29th November 2024
❗️ We would like to inform you of important changes to the UK Immigration Rules as outlined in the Statement of Changes (HC 334) which came into effect on 26 November 2024.…
Case in Focus: From Years of Uncertainty to British Citizenship in Just 2 Months
Wednesday 27th November 2024
After 12 years of building a life in the UK, one Ukrainian national was ready for citizenship—but his journey had not…
Empowering Communities: Visas & Taxes Made Simple
Monday 25th November 2024
Last week, our Managing Partner, Liliya Scott, and our colleague, Khrystyna Koman, had the pleasure of attending an insightful workshop on visas and taxes at Christ the Saviour Parish Church in Ealing. 🌟 The event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with members of the Ukrainian community, offering guidance on…