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.
Last Chance to Apply for Settlement under Tier 1 (General) Route
Wednesday 29th November 2017
Tier 1 General visa holders route for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK will be closed on 6 April 2018. This is the last chance to apply…
Extended Family Members Have the Right of Appeal, Again
Tuesday 14th November 2017
In 2016, the Upper Tribunal decided in the case of Sala (EFMs: Right of Appeal : Albania) [2016] UKUT 411 (IAC), that there was no right of appeal against a decision by the…
The UK’s Proposed Procedures for EU Citizens Post Brexit
Friday 10th November 2017
On 07 November 2017, the Government set out additional details of how EU citizens and their family members can remain in the UK permanently and obtain 'settled status'…
Fairness for Business Expansion of Entrepreneur
Thursday 9th November 2017
The Home Office guidance sheds limited light on the genuine entrepreneur test and how one can satisfy this requirement at the interview stage of the process. So the case of R (on…
BANKS TO BE REQUIRED TO CARRY OUT 70 MILLION IMMIGRATION CHECKS ON BANK ACCOUNTS
Thursday 9th November 2017
At present the law (the Immigration Act 2014) requires banks and building societies, including banks that are UK branches of EEA banks and non-EEA…
Investment in Citizenship – The Newest Trend
Friday 3rd November 2017
Houses, yachts and sports cars are investments of the past - wealthy people are increasingly investing in second citizenship. When the status of a citizen is sold and bought, the passport turns into a symbol that can tell a lot about its owner…
Proof of Immigration Status will now be Required at your Next Doctors Appointment
Thursday 2nd November 2017
A nationwide "Passport Policy" has now been implemented through NHS services in the UK. The Secretary of State for Health, Jeremy…
Good Character vs Bad Character
Thursday 26th October 2017
When you want to naturalise as a British citizen, you inevitably come across requirement of a 'good character'. However, there is no…
As an EU national, do I need to apply for Permanent Residence now?
Thursday 19th October 2017
Recently, the UK Government published much news in relation to the legal status of the EU nationals after Brexit, which created some degree of uncertainty and even confusion. We aim to clarify the situation for everyone as we see it from our perspective…
Limited Opportunity to Become a Citizen of St Kitts & Nevis
Wednesday 27th September 2017
St Kitts & Nevis government has just announced a new opportunity to become a citizen by investing to a Hurricane Relief Fund. The programme was approved on 23 September 2017 and is only available to join until the end of March 2018. The…
How to Make Successful Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa Application?
Tuesday 22nd August 2017
Tier 1 Entrepreneur category is suitable for High Net Worth individuals who have a genuine and credible business idea and…
Minimum Income Rule Changes for Family Members of British Nationals & Settled Persons
Thursday 17th August 2017
The Minimum Income Requirement is a barrier for many families who would like to live in the United Kingdom together. Since introduction…
