One of the most frequently asked questions our clients ask is “How long does it typically take to obtain a UK settlement visa?” We are pleased to provide the most up-to-date information regarding the current processing times at UK visa-issuing posts that our office deals with on a regular basis.

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New changes relating to dependants of Turkish citizens came into force on 1st June 2009.

Bringing the visa application definition of ‘dependants’ of Turkish citizens in to line with other European countries, even though Turkey is not a full member of the EU.

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The UK Border Agency’s latest focus on making local immigration services more visible and accessible to the communities they serve is highlighted by the new ‘one stop shop’ provision opened in Northern Ireland.

The Belfast-based office will be one of the 70 different immigration teams across the UK which has been established to provide a value-added, locally-focused service. This newly-created office, which opened on 22nd July, will employ around 60 staff under one roof, bringing together a wide range of immigration experience and services to benefit the local community.

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August 2009 has seen the proposed introduction of a new points-based test for UK citizenship.

Rather like the current Australian scheme, the UK Border Agency is looking at ways to increase the ‘earned citizenship’ which is at the heart of a number of proposed changes to the UK immigration situation in what is seen as a major reform of the existing rules.

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One of the most frequently asked questions our clients ask is “How long does it typically take to obtain a UK settlement visa?” We are pleased to provide the most up-to-date information regarding the current processing times at UK visa-issuing posts that our office deals with on a regular basis.
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There are short-term administrative changes in the UK, with visa applications submitted using online visa application system between 25th and 29th May subject to possible delays, caused by the installation of a new IT system. The long-term aim of the new system is to improve the quality of service and speed of application processing, but [...]

Administrative changes at the British Consulate in Wellington, New Zealand mean that this office is no longer processing UK settlement visa applications, including fiancée, proposed civil partner, unmarried partner and spouse visa applications.
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In an effort to make the UK immigration process more secure, the British government is introducing several changes to the process that must be followed when individuals apply for a spouse visa, fiancee visa, or partner visa for entry into the UK.
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The UK Home Office announced at the end of January that they are initiating a major “shake-up” of the country’s immigration system that will allow Britain to make the most of the influx of immigrant talent whilst preventing abuses to the immigration system.
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As of the first of April 2008, there are some changes for any one seeking to obtain a settlement visa granting their spouse, de facto partner, or fiancée rights to reside in the UK permanently. The price for UK settlement application fees has been raised, from GBP500 to GBP515. This fee increase affects all UK fiancée visas, [...]