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.
What visa options are available for overseas entrepreneurs willing to set up a business in UK?
As you know, new Innovator and Start-up visas have replaced Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) from 29 March 2019. The crucial problem that occurred with the new Innovator and Start-up visa scheme is getting an endorsement letter which is quite a challenging task for now. The closure of the entrepreneur…
Migration Advisory Committee Recommends the Expansion of the Shortage Occupation List
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended that the Shortage Occupation List should be extended. This list is used by the Government to allocate skilled work visas. If the Government accepts the committee proposals then there would be more scope for non-EEA nationals who want to…
Consequences of overstaying your UK visa
In case your UK visa has expired while you are still in the country, you will be out of status and considered to be an “overstayer”. It needs to be mentioned that it is not the Home Office’s objective to notify or remind visa holders of…
The UK Spouse Visa
The UK Spouse Visa, also known as the UK Settlement Visa, allows non-EU citizens to live with their spouse or partner in UK. The basic requirement: the spouse has to be a British citizen, holds Indefinite Leave to Remain or at least has a permanent right…
Deadlines for Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Migrants
On 07 March 2019, the Home Office published its statement of changes (HC1919) detailing the closure of the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route, which has now been replaced by the Tier 1 (Start-up) and (Innovator) categories.Initial Application DeadlinesThe closure of the route took effect from 29 March 2019.…
Do you need a will?
Do you wish to make a Will to have the peace of mind that your affairs are in order and your loved ones will be taken care of? This means that you will stop worrying and get on with enjoying your life!A Will lets you determine…
Why Overseas Students Choose UK For Their Education
1. United Kingdom traditionally occupies the leading position in international educational rankings, for example this year the UK ranks first place in a study called “The 2019 Best Countries for Education”. Moreover, UK is a homeland for Oxford and Cambridge Universities as well as 27 other…
Overview: a current state of UK visa application system
UK visa application scheme is a two-stage process including the following steps:1) Visit one of two government websites: new Access UK website, or older Visa4UK website2) Redirection to the website of an outsourcing company hired by the Home Office in order to collect required documents and “biometrics” (fingerprints…
Portugal Citizenship Guide
Why Choose Portugal?Visa-free travel within the Schengen member statesInvestment options starts from EUR 250,000Residence permit can be granted under 1 yearNon-compulsory physical presence during the year (only 7 days per year during the first year, and 14 days in the two-year periods are required)Permanent residency or…
Updates: UK’s visa for global entrepreneurs
According to the recent publication of the Immigration Rules for the UK’s new Innovator visa, from 29 March 2019 the new innovator and start-up visas have replaced Tier 1. Extension applications for Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) migrants will remain open until 5 April 2023 and settlement applications until 5 April 2025.Innovator visa seems…
Important Changes in Cyprus Investment Program comes into force on 15 May 2019
What’s new:Investment period: 5 years following the date of naturalisation, instead of 3 years;Schengen Visa required: Applicants will have to be in possession of a Valid Schengen visa in order to be eligible to apply for naturalisation;A mandatory donation fee of EUR 150,000. The amount includes…
The EU Settlement Scheme
Today in the UK are over 3.5 million EU citizens who have made the UK their home. Whilst the future relationship of the UK with the EU is uncertain it is important to make UK a safe place for EU citizens regardless of whether the UK…