Coming to the UK as a British citizen without a British passport
If you are a British citizen, or entitled to British citizenship, and do not have a British passport, you must be able to show that you...
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VNJ LLP
- Nov 27
- 1 min
My relative made an immigration application and died before receiving a decision. What next?
You will be required to provide proof of the deceased applicant's death certificate, after which their application will be marked as void...
VNJ LLP
- Nov 26
- 2 min
How to request access to your immigration information from the Home Office
If you want access to the personal information the Home Office has about you, you can make a Subject Access Request free of charge.
VNJ LLP
- Oct 22
- 2 min
I have paid for the Priority or Super Priority service, but I am still waiting. What can I do?
After submitting your application, you might be provided with the option to pay for the Priority or Super Priority service to ensure that...
VNJ LLP
- Oct 13
- 2 min
Can I look for work in the UK when I am on a Standard Visitor visa?
If you are a ‘visa national’, you will be required to apply for a Standard Visitor visa before you can visit the UK. Although non-visa...
VNJ LLP
- Oct 2
- 2 min
What is an Administrative Review?
An administrative review is the review of an 'eligible decision' by UKVI to determine whether the decision was incorrect...
VNJ LLP
- Sep 21
- 3 min
Can I speed up the processing of my UK visa application?
Making a visa application is a lengthy process, and waiting for a decision can be very frustrating, especially if you need to travel...
VNJ LLP
- Sep 12
- 2 min
What is a UK Visa Vignette?
Read more to learn about when you can expect your vignette, how long it is valid for, and the difference between a vignette and a BRP...
VNJ LLP
- Sep 10
- 5 min
Criminal Convictions and UK Visa Applications
This blog post covers the different types of convictions and penalties which you should be aware of and how they may impact your visa...
VNJ LLP
- Sep 7
- 2 min
Can I rent a property with a UK visa?
For those who have been granted permission to enter or stay for a limited period of time, finding accommodation is a crucial first step...
VNJ LLP
- Sep 3
- 2 min
Am I eligible for a Dependant visa?
As a general rule, the Home Office will consider a dependant to be a spouse or civil partner, an unmarried partner (provided they have...
VNJ LLP
- Aug 9
- 4 min
What to do if you make a UK visa application mistake
Applying for a UK visa demands a keen eye for detail. A simple oversight such as a typo can lead to many unpredictable issues. Read more...
VNJ LLP
- Jul 23
- 2 min
How can I check if I have overstayed my visa in the UK?
If you remain in the UK after your visa or Home Office permission has expired, you may be considered an overstayer...
VNJ LLP
- Jul 16
- 2 min
Increases to UK visa application fees
On 13th July 2023, the Chief Secretary to Treasury, John Glen MP, announced that fees for most visas and settlement applications...
VNJ LLP
- Jul 10
- 2 min
Can I Travel While My Visa Application is Being Processed?
Is it possible to travel outside the UK before a decision has been made on your visa application? Find out here.
VNJ LLP
- Jul 6
- 5 min
What to do if you cannot afford immigration fees
Immigration fees can be a major obstacle to finalising your leave to remain application. Most applications require the applicable fee to...
VNJ LLP
- Jun 1
- 5 min
The Financial Requirement in Visa Applications
Regardless of which visa you are applying for, there will normally be a financial aspect to the requirements which you need to satisfy...
VNJ LLP
- May 24
- 2 min
Current UK Visa Processing Times
A quick guide to current visa processing times for applications made outside the UK.
VNJ LLP
- May 10
- 3 min
What does it mean when UKVI says your application is not straightforward?
UK Visas & Immigration may notify you by email that your pending visa application is ‘not straightforward’. Does this mean your...
VNJ LLP
- May 4
- 3 min
Are you Eligible for a Refund for a UK Visa Application?
Most UK visa applications require payment of a fee before submission. However, you may wish to seek a refund for the paid fee in various...
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