How to calculate your costs before you immigrate to the UK

by John Dunn | Mar 29, 2019

When planning an international move it’s essential to be financially prepared. Costs add up and funds can disappear quicker than you think. It...

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Everything we know about the new Tier 1 Innovator visa

by John Dunn | Mar 29, 2019

The Tier 1 visa category will significantly change from April 2019. This was outlined in the Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules pub...

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Applying for a UK visa from Australia and NZ – what to know

by Sam Hopwood | Mar 20, 2019

We find that UK visa applications often get refused because the applicant has failed to understand the UK immigration rules. The criteria and ...

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Investors out, innovators in: UK Tier 1 visas set to change

by Gary Kockott | Mar 12, 2019

UK Tier 1 visa categories are under scrutiny after a surprise announcement on 6 December 2018 stated that the Tier 1 Investor route would be s...

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New UK skills-based immigration system for EU and non-EU nationals

by John Dunn | Jan 22, 2019

The new immigration system means that entry into the UK with a work visa will be based on skills and qualifications, rather than nationality. ...

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The Portuguese language test for citizenship and permanent residency

by John Dunn | Nov 28, 2018

Portugal’s Golden Visa programme offers an excellent lifestyle and financial investment for South Africans. But, after a successful applicatio...

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The UK’s in-country visa application process is about to change

by John Dunn | Nov 26, 2018

The way you apply for a visa extension, settlement or citizenship within the UK is changing. The new system aims to make the process quicker, ...

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South Africans and Australians will pay more for the UK’s National Health Service

by John Dunn | Oct 16, 2018

Introduced in 2015, the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) allows non-EU nationals who have moved to the UK for longer than six months on a&nb...

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5 jobs that could land you an Australian visa

by Sam Hopwood | Oct 15, 2018

One of the most sought-after Australian visas is the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189). This visa allows you and any dependants to live ...

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