Thursday 15 December 2016

Sham marriages - A challenge to UK Immigration Control

Marriages of convenience or so called sham marriages are also referred to as sham civil partnerships. These are civil partnerships or marriages that are contracted for the sole purpose of gaining an immigration advantage by two individuals who are not in a genuine relationship. The increasing incidence of such arrangements is posing a threat of significant nature to the UK immigration control. As per the estimates provided by the UK Home Office, the number of such applications ranges from 4,000 – 10,000 applications a year. Thus, every year such a high number of applications a year are filed on the basis of civil partnership or sham marriages as per the classification of Immigration Rules or under the Immigration (European Economic Area) regulations 2006. To combat these, the Immigration Bill was enacted upon by the UK government and provides some key alterations:

Those notices of marriages which appear to bring benefit in immigration terms involving a non-EEA national would be referred to Home Office – who would have the discretion to decide if the civil partnership should be investigated for being a sham or genuine.

Except in certain circumstances, non EEA nationals, would only be permitted to marry in either the Church of England or the Church of Wales.
Marriages which follow civil partnerships in England and Wales would be scheduled for a 28 days notice period.

Those marriage notifications, which have been referred to the Home Office are to be assessed for risk profiles and factors.

Home office exercises the discretion to extend the notice period to 70 days, if it feels that the marriage is a sham.

If any couple under this investigation during the notice period is suspected or does not comply, shall be unable to enter into a marriage.


In addition other changes have also been recommended and are necessary to minimize exploitation of immigration regulations, sometimes even the genuine relationships and applications may be erred upon. Thus it is best to file for any Visa related query/application through lawyers who are authorised to give UKimmigration advice

Wednesday 7 December 2016

Tips to Make UK Visa Application

immigration advisers in UK

With good lifestyle and lucrative business opportunities, United Kingdom is amongst the popular destinations for migration. If you are planning to visit the UK, here are some tips that will help in better and quicker processing of your applications

Know the visa type: Even if you are going to Britain only for a visit, you have to choose the right category of visa as per the purpose of visit.  Is it for leisure? Are you travelling with your employer for work? Is it for business? By knowing the correct category of visa, you will understand the do-s and don’t-s under the specific terms and conditions of that category. If you plan to settle in the country after sometime, do talk to immigration advisers in UK.

Submit the application early: There are many applicants for UK visas. Try to be as early as feasible. In most countries, you can submit a visa application as far as 3 months before your departure to the country. Check the public holiday dates as the embassy may be closed for work on certain days in a country.

Gather the supporting documents: All the relevant documents supporting your credentials to visit the UK must be ready when you apply for the visa. These usually include but are not limited to your age proof, address proof, income tax returns and certificates of sponsorship by employer wherever applicable.

Arrange for the fee and other expenses: The fee for visas depends on their categories. This must be paid in time. Additionally, you should also have adequate funds to support yourself and any dependents while visiting the country.


Britain is a land of cultural heritage and economic opportunities. You may be travelling for leisure or work, we wish you a good time!

Wednesday 16 November 2016

Calls for Further Referendum on Brexit Ruled Out

Mr. Ed Miliband, the former Labour leader has ruled out the possibility of another referendum on UK’s membership of European Union. He said that the vote made to Leave in June has to be respected and UK cannot change its stand now.  At the same time, there are some Labour and Lib Dem MPs who have stated that they will resist starting formal Brexit talks unless ministers assure a subsequent vote on the final deal.

Mr Miliband also called for restrictions on freedom of movement rules in the United Kingdom.  Furthermore, the government is appealing against a High Court ruling that states about seeking the approval of Parliament before it triggers Article 50 – the system through which member states exit from the EU.
The Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn said that his party will not ask to “frustrate” the Article 50 process but many of his MPs have decided to go against it if there is voting for same in the House of Commons in early 2017.  Although he supported calls for a parliamentary vote on Article 50, Mr. Ed Miliband mentioned that he did not agree with MPs threats to withhold their support unless some conditions were met. Although he sympathises with the 48% of the Remain voters who were angry and frustrated by the Brexit voting result, he mentioned that the result has to be respected and cannot be changed now.


People applying for UK citizenship are already consulting immigration lawyers in London to see if and how can they stay in the country.  

Tuesday 8 November 2016

Britain’s Tough New Stand on Immigration

The decision to leave the European Union has already shown that Britain is no longer willing to accommodate non-nationals in its political territory. Since Brexit and the resignation of Mr. David Cameron as the Prime Minister of Britain, a number of government officials have talked about the new, tougher laws that will now control immigration.

This is not restricted to immigration from European countries. In early October this year, UK had also unveiled plans to further its crackdown on immigration through "work and study routes" from non-EU countries. It is a move that can make it difficult for British firms to hire their workforce from countries such as India. Home Secretary Amber Rudd specified at the annual Conservative Party conference in Birmingham that she will look at different options to reduce migration. This means that the work for immigration lawyers in London and in other areas of Britain is more challenging. To help their clients in legal migration, they need to put in extra efforts.

Meanwhile, former cabinet minister Peter Lilley also told a BBC programme that Britain is the sole authority to decide how it will manage its borders and immigration is not a matter for dialogue with the rest of EU.


The country however does need talented people who can contribute to its economy and non-nationals serious about settling in the UK for legal reasons can discuss their options with experienced immigration experts. 

Thursday 20 October 2016

Post Brexit changes to toughen stand on Student Visas

Top UK Immigration Lawyers

Among the major changes which would be hitting the immigration scene badly in UK post Brexit, the international students would also be taking a major chunk of burn. The UK movement which started to curb the rising migration in the country is believed to target the international students who come in the country to study and also hope to get opportunities for work. The government want to break the link between studying and settling down in the country for further work.

Since it came to power, the government has tried to make it more difficult for international students to stay in the UK after completing their studies, as part of its failed plan to cut net immigration to below 100,000 per year and reduce visa fraud. The most significant step in this direction was the scrapping of the post-study work visa in 2012. This had allowed non-EU students to stay in the UK and work for up to two years after graduation.

The current system allows the students irrespective of their talents and the university’s quality, favourable employment prospects when they stop studying. But the new rules would put an end to this. Now the new rules would bring about major changes for the students coming to study “low quality programs” in Britain. The new rues also discourages these students to take up further jobs and prolong their stay than the course tenure.


Amidst all these confusions, several international students are found to seek specialised legal help in order to tackle the situation. If you find yourself in any such situation or need an expert advice pertaining to some case, contact top UKimmigration lawyers of Fusco Immigration.

Friday 14 October 2016

Corporate Immigration in the United Kingdom


Over the last few years, it has been observed that corporate immigration to the UK is increasingly becoming more complex and difficult. The immigration into the UK has been on a constant increase and the British government feels the political need to put a cap on this high immigration number. However, there has been a constant proclamation from the government that the UK immigration policies have business promotion and economic growth as the objective of its various policies. According to these policies, the government claims that it invites specific kinds of immigrants who are good for the economic growth of the UK and are needed by the region. Also these immigrants would be able to provide skilled workforce input to the UK companies and invest in the economy. This portrays a mixed image but on the whole corporate immigration despite of the newly introduced restrictions shows a healthy trend with minimum abuse of the system. The points based system regulates the corporate immigration and says:

Tier 1 Investor Visa aimed at high net worth people, wanting to invest in UK businesses

Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa aimed at individuals wanting to start and run a new business in the UK 

Tier 2 Work Permit Visa aimed at skilled and highly-qualified workers, having sponsorship by UK 
employer 

Tier 2 Work Permit Migrants who have sponsorship by a UK company holding a Tier 2 Sponsor Licence

Also, in addition there is another corporate immigration rule which is the “Sole representative of an Overseas Business Visa’, which is not a part of the points based system. In this scheme an oversees company’s senior employee can enter the UK. He can come in and set up the branch of the company in the UK and make the company operational.

Wednesday 21 September 2016

3 benefits of an Immigration employment culture

Immigrants prove to be a good pool of labour whether it is for a small business or an already established name. They come to UK for various reasons like uniting with the family, study or even for employment opportunities and further growth prospects.

Hiring immigrants can prove to be tough and lengthy task but has its own advantages which make it a good and viable proposition for many businesses:

Easy and reduced labour costs:

A major advantage of hiring immigrants is that you may be able to lower your labour costs. One of he major reasons immigrants come to UK is in the search of netter employment opportunities and a higher standard of living, available in their native countries. As a result, they may be willing to work for a lower wage than people who were born and raised in the UK. Already the healthcare professionals from European and other nations provide a great example of the case, strengthening the NHS simultaneously.

Workforce Diversity:

Hiring immigrants can help you diversify your workforce. In a time when hiring practices are closely scrutinized, hiring immigrants can help keep your business on the right side of anti-discrimination laws. By diversifying your workforce, you may also gain broader perspective and knowledge supplied by people from different cultures.

Business Expansion:

If you're looking to expand your business into a foreign market or an immigrant culture in the United States, hiring immigrants can be of great value from a marketing standpoint.

An immigrant from an African nation would be a better candidate to hire for the company if planning to target the African audience. 

Wednesday 14 September 2016

Bring about a turning point in your visa process with professional consultancy



You have the urgency to immigrate to the foreign country. You know it very well that you cannot immigrate without having a valid Visa of a particular country. Under all circumstances, you need to be sure that Visa is your first valid document that you need to have in your possession, before you make the move. If you have thought of moving to the country like UK, where Visa is offered on the point based system, you will need the services of Immigration solicitor. There is absolutely no choice that you have in your list. The expert Immigration solicitor will look through various aspects and these aspects largely include:

  • Your need to immigrate to the country of selection
  • Your documentation
  • Your qualifications
  • Your Visa requirements

By any means, Immigration is not a one time and simple process, and you know it. Hurdles can come up just anytime and anywhere. Even a small glitch in your Immigration file can turn your case upside down and all you will end up be doing – bumping into the file. A professional, experienced Immigration solicitor is your friend in true sense. He will do all the work on your behalf. He will make sure that your Immigration case is followed in the right direction and in right sense of attitude. Always keep in your mind that you need the Visa for a purpose. You are moving to another country and not playing any child games or whatever you want to call it. 

Wednesday 24 August 2016

Investing in Business and Immigrating to Britain

UK Immigration Experts



As per the immigration laws in the United Kingdom, the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa category is for business people who want to set up a business in the country. The visa is also needed for someone who wants to partake in, or invest further into a current business in the UK.

Post-Brexit the rules for EU citizens are yet to be materialised, but the Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa is applicable for all non-EU citizens. To come to the UK as an investor you therefore need to make an investment of at least £200,000. The visa fee is additional and it must be applied for at least 3 months before travelling.

If the amount you plan to invest is significantly above the minimum limit of £200,000 the UK Home Office can be less stringent with regards to other rules concerning this business visa. This means that your application can then be processed more quickly. You may also consult UK immigration experts for further details on this provision.

The basic requirements to run your own business as investor.

The set of requirements to apply for the Tier 1 visa include:


  • Invest £200,000 in a new business in the UK.
  • Offer full-time employment to at least 2 EEA nationals.
  • Work only for the business that you have invested in.
  • Have ample funds to live and maintain your own self in the United Kingdom until the business becomes profit generating or cost-effective.
  • Have a controlling interest in the business.
  • Own a share of the business’s liabilities.
  • Execute business plans that seem logical and realistic.


In addition, do not undermine the fact that while investing money in the UK, it must be your own and not a loan from any financial institution.

Sunday 24 July 2016

Moving to the UK By Making Business Investments

The Tier 1 Entrepreneur Visa category in the United Kingdom is for business people who wish to establish an enterprise in the country. It is also needed by someone who wants to be a part of, or invest into an existing business. 

The visa rules for members of European Union have not been formalised yet as Brexit will officially happen by 2017. However if you are coming to the UK as an investor from non-EU country, you need to make an investment of at least £200,000.  In case your investment is significantly more than the minimum limit of £200,000 the Home Office can be less stringent with regards to other requirements of the rules. The application is then processed more quickly.

  • Qualifications to run your own business 
  • Invest £200,000 in a new business in the UK.
  • Provide full-time employment to at least 2 EEA nationals.
  • Work solely for your business.
  • Have adequate funds to reside in maintain yourself in the UK until the
  • Have a controlling interest in the business.
  • Own a share of the business’s liabilities.
  • Implement business plans that seem methodical and practical.


Furthermore, remember that while investing money in the UK, it must be your own capital and not a loan from any financial institution in UK or your own country. 

Setting up a Business in the UK

Corporate Immigration Services


For people who come to the UK to get engaged in commercial activities, the government offers a Tier 1 entrepreneur visa. Procuring this visa, you can set up a new business or take over a operating enterprise.


The UK immigration authorities will ask you to prove that your intentions for business are genuine. To affirm this, you will have to provide adequate evidence of market research and your full business plans. It is advisable to consult lawyers offering corporate immigration services to guide you in gathering the right documentation to show that you do meet the official requirements.

In addition to proving your technical understanding to the business you are setting up, you also have to authenticate that you have ample funds for continual commercial activity. There should be at least £200,000 available. Alternatively, you can show that your funds are from a venture capitalist firm regulated by the Financial Services Authority - then a minimum amount of only £50,000 will be needed.


To further satisfy the requirements of entrepreneur visa in UK, you need to demonstrate that aside from the amount to be invested in business, you also have access to enough funds to support yourself and that you are in tune with the English language standards of the country. One of the ways to prove your aptitude in the national language of UK is to clear an approved English language test with at least CEFR level B1 in reading, writing, speaking and listening. The other is to have an academic qualification that was taught in English and is recognised by UK NARIC as being equal to a UK bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD. 

Friday 24 June 2016

David Cameron Quits as Britain Votes for Brexit on 23 June 2016

Tier 1 entrepreneur visa

The long wait has finally come to an end. Britain has made its decision and it has voted to move out of the European Union after more than 22 years of membership. The results were subject to speculations till the last hour and in the end the Brexit camp won by a thin margin. While 48.1% voted in favour of Bremain (stay in the EU), it was 51.9% who voted for Brexit.

And while the markets and the citizenship status of many Europeans settled in the UK get engulfed in uncertainties, one of the major repercussions is the resignation of David Cameron.

The Prime Minister of Britain announced his resignation minutes after the leave supporters emerged victorious in the divisive referendum campaign. Just about a year after he won in the general election, a noticeably emotional Mr. Cameron, standing outside Number 10 on 24 June morning said “The will of the British people is an instruction that must be delivered.”



David Cameron had vigorously campaigned in the divisive referendum on Britain’s relationship with the European Union. He had appeared at several public events throughout the country to attest that Brexit would be an act of “economic self-harm”. But the electorate used this poll to reject the status quo.

As he announced his intention to step down, Mr. Cameron highlighted the major achievements of his tenure as the Prime Minister. These included rebuilding the British economy after the financial crisis; and legalising gay marriages.


How things turn out to be from here remains to be seen. Will the citizens nationals from EU countries now need to apply for Tier 1 entrepreneurvisa when they come to UK for work? How will it affect their current work status? 

Thursday 23 June 2016

Top 5 universities in UK

Corporate Immigration Services

Planning to study in the UK and will apply for a student visa? Here’s what you may like to know about the universities in the British lands.

The QS World University Rankings® in their latest survey of 2015/16 have listed as many as 71 UK universities among the best in world and this is impressive. Out of 10 top universities in the UK, 4 are located in London, one in Scotland and rest are located mostly in England. Here let us read about the top 5 universities in UK.

  1. One of the oldest universities in the world, is the University of Cambridge. It is currently holding a joint place with the Stanford University at the 3rd place in world rankings. The university can be dated back to 1209 with prominent alumni like Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin.
  2. University of Oxford is the oldest university of the English-speaking world. This year it has been placed at the 6th place in the QS World University Rankings. Oxford University Press of the university is the largest known university press in the world. It has quite a few notable alumni to its name with no less than twenty-six British prime ministers.
  3. University College London (UCL) is the topmost ranking university in London currently and is ranked at 7th place in the world. It was founded in 1826 and is an important center for biomedical research. It has the unique distinction of being the first university to be instituted in London and also the first ever to initiate admission of women on equal terms with men.
  4. Imperial College London was founded by the husband of Queen Victoria – Prince Albert. This year it is ranked as 8th in the world. It was the first college to form an academic health science center in the UK and the specialization verticals include, engineering, business and medicine.
  5. King’s College London (KCL) has been ranked at the 19th position in the world as a joint place with Australian National University (ANU). King George IV and the Duke of Wellington, founded in 1829. It specialises in medical teaching and biomedical research. Notably, it is home to six Medical Research Council centres, which is more than any other British university.

Monday 20 June 2016

The Points Raised in Favour of Brexit

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This historic voting for Britain’s stay in the European Union is scheduled for 23rd June 2016. The country can decide to vote out a bum in the next election year, if they mistakenly pick out the wrong person to lead the country. The “out” supporters argue that one simply cannot miss on the “once-in-a-history” kind of membership vote for a country which can have major economic impact. They claim that the nation might never get another opportunity to undo the 1973 move of UK to join the European nation.
Politically too, there is a divide in towards this voting. The “leave” campaign has London Mayor Boris Johnson and Nigel Farage from the anti – immigration U.K. Independence Party. The polls have generally seen “in” side to be ahead in polls but recently the increase in support for “out” was reflected in the latest polls.
  • The first argument for the “out” camp is control immigration. With the given crisis of Europe migration, immigration is a sensitive subject to the U.K. voters. Thus, immigration control and strong borders are the trump cards for the “out” camp. The “outer” argue that the migrants are encroaching upon the jobs and education opportunities of the British citizens.
  • Making Britain great is another argument of the “outers”. They claim that the British economy will benefit from the split as then UK can be more competitive and would be able to make its own trade deals and provide a boost and stimulus to the individuality of the nation. These concepts appeal greatly to the national pride of the British.
  • Rejecting the Brussels bureaucrats is a prominent argument of this camp. An “outer”, General Lyons – says that with UK being a part of EU – EU has been centralizing, controlling and regulating and not allowing the country’s economy to be flexible and adaptable. They refer to the rules set in Brussels which stipulate many things that override even Britain’s own laws. 
Fusco Browne has developed to be a hub of experienced Sheffield immigration solicitors having expertise in handling migration issues and delivering the solutions to the clients.

Tuesday 24 May 2016

EU Referendum and its Repercussion for EEA Citizens in United Kingdom

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This 23rd June, the United Kingdom will vote to decide if it remains a part of the European Union or not. This is going to be a historical decision and will impact the non-British EU citizens living in the UK. These EU citizens who are living in the UK would obviously be worried on what would happen if the country votes to leave the EU.

Currently, there are over 3 million EU citizens residing in the UK and when the country decides to leave, the immediate impact is difficult to define. While it is safe to say that there will be restriction on free movement of EU migrants, it is highly unlikely that any immediate exit plans would be executed. Exiting will definitely take a long time and the process would have to be carefully planned to take into account entire families, generations of inhabitants, skilled EU immigrant workforce and property owners. Non EEA students, who are applying for citizenship status, as rule, need to have lived for 5 years and most probably the same will apply to the EU migrants.

However, to be on the safer side some of the following actions can be taken by an EU migrant to secure a residency now:

  1. Applying for registration certificate as an EU citizen: The application costs £65 and provides you with right to work and live in the UK. It does not necessitate any residence requirements. However, one has to bear in mind that there is no guarantee that registration will impact the EU migrant status if the UK decides to leave. The main purpose of the certificate is to aid EEA citizens to prove their right to live and work in the UK. Obtaining this certificate makes it convenient to prove that you have a right to work in the UK and claim benefits.

  2. Applying for a permanent residence: An EU immigrant who has lived in the UK for a period of five years can apply for permanent residence in the UK. This process costs £65 and involves filling in the application for a document certifying permanent residence or permanent residence or permanent residence card: form EEA (PR). This has to be submitted at Home Office with fee and other supporting documents.

  3. Applying for British Citizenship: This process can be time consuming and expensive. The current application fee for the process is £1,236. Along with this, the other associated fee involves taking life in the UK test to exhibit your language skills in English language. Other specific requirements include a 5 year resident period, limit on the time spent outside the UK. This might be a drastic step which should be taken after much thought.


Sunday 22 May 2016

Immigration Solicitors: When you need them the most!

Immigration Lawyers Manchester 



People move to the UK for various reasons, and this is where the need for a valid Visa comes into picture. The situation cane be so that you need to immigrate to the foreign country. You know it very well that you cannot immigrate without having a valid Visa of a particular country. Under all circumstances, you need to be sure that Visa is your first valid document that you need to have in your possession, before you make the move. If you have thought of moving to the country like UK, where Visa is offered on the point based system, you will need the services of Immigration solicitor. There is absolutely no choice that you have in your list. The expert Immigration solicitor will look through various aspects and these aspects largely include:

  •  Your need to immigrate to the country of selection
  •  Your documentation
  •  Your qualifications
  •  Your Visa requirements

 Keeping everything aside, let’s take a quick review on how the UK Visa assistance is useful for your prospects: 

  • Professional Visa assistance provides you with the right direction and right advice. You will have all your hassles cleared. 
  • You will remain updated on changes in the Visa and Immigration policy. This will help you in preparing for the changes and be in time.
  • With the professional Visa assistance, you save time in filling the Visa application as guidance is provided by competent Immigration firm.
  • All complexities related to your Visa application will be removed after you take Visa guidance from professional, experienced Immigration law firm. 


There can be many reasons behind the Visa application disapproval. And many a times those reasons are never known to the individuals. It would be better if you apply for the UK Visa application by taking the help from reliable, experienced Immigration law firm. 

Check with the OISC registered Immigration law firm to know about your chances to qualify for the UK Visa. You stand a fair chance before the UK Immigration authority, if you have filed the application in time and with relevant support documents. 

Fusco Browne Immigration is the one of the leading Visa and law firms in the UK offering exclusive range of services to its clients. For immigration lawyers in Manchester, contact the agency. If you are interested to hire our Immigration services, visit us on: www.fuscobrowne.org.uk.

Thursday 19 May 2016

Professional Services to ease down the process of visa application

Tier 1 entrepreneur visa

One of the characteristics of the Immigration laws which make them highly unpredictable and complicated is that they keep on changing and involves a thorough understanding of the policies. UK government and the concerned authorities have too decided to make certain changes in the policies which are sure to change the face of the Immigration laws forever.

The Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) visa is the natural visa to obtain for those wishing to start or invest in a business they will actively be involved in running in the UK. To qualify under this route, you must show you have access to at least £50,000 in capital from a registered venture capital firm, seed funding competition or government department or £200,000 of personal wealth, which can include third party backing.

The injection of private sector talent and entrepreneurial vigour has boosted the growth of many industries in the UK and businesses such as tech start-ups have thrived in the era of Tech City mania. While there is definitely encouragement for entrepreneurs to bring business to the UK, recent statistics show otherwise with a high number of refusal rates for Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) applicants. This is partly due to the introduction of the subjective “genuine entrepreneur test”, which is the UK government’s response to counter abuse under this immigration category.

With the recent updates in the rules, obtaining visas have become a more daunting task. Professionals and entrepreneurs who are ambitious and possess the legit rights are thus moving towards the sustainable and result oriented efforts by the experienced attorneys to make the process easier.

Fusco Browne Immigration has evolved to be a preferred destination for Tier1 entrepreneur visa globally.

Monday 25 April 2016

Employer Sponsorship Licence – UK


UK immigration has a point based system, under which an Employer Sponsorship License (ESL) is mandatory for a UK employer who is wishing to engage workforce from regions other than the EU. Also if an employer who wishes to extend work permit for his existing workforce should have this license. 

According to the dictates of this system, an employee can apply for an employee sponsorship license ahead of the recruitment of immigrant workforce and also for future immigrant employment opportunities. 

The process of taking on an overseas employee is expedited and made convenient with an already approved license in place.

The UK government has also been experimenting with the Employee Sponsorship License limits, specifically so in 2011. In 2011, the UK government had announced a temporary limit to the license at 10,832 certificates to ESL holders under Tier 2 point.

There was severe concern raised by large corporations who felt that this limitation majorly affects and compromises key talent recruitment. These limitations are applicable to all new applicants, sometimes extension and in –country applications inclusive of intra-company transfers.

Major international talent recruiters at such times need expert legal advice of certified UK immigration lawyers to sail through. The limitations are specific to companies and the allocation may sometimes be zero subject to their previous year recruitments taken into account. Specialist immigration firms provide all assistance in legal paperwork, applications and more for all employer related international recruitment laws. 

Many organisations have raised serious doubts in the particular challenge of hiring experienced personnel specific to technology or such specialist’s role. Some have even called the policy to be damaging and detrimental to the growth of British industry. 

Wednesday 20 April 2016

New Eligibility services for UK Visa Applicants



Amongst the rounds of new laws and policies making their presence felt at the UK immigration scene, there is one more update for the Non European nationals. Non-European nationals looking to move to the UK are now required to use the new UK Visas and Nationality Service provided by NARIC in order to check that they are eligible to apply for a UK visa.

As per the existing rules, Up until 6 April 2016, the online points-based calculator operated on a cost-free basis and helped applicants to identify their eligibility to work or study in the UK under the Points-based System by looking at the level of their international qualifications. But now the system will be taken over by NARIC. The online service has recently closed, giving way to the   new UK Visas and Nationality Service provided by NARIC. The applicants will have to pay a fee to use the system in order to ascertain their eligibility.

The new service by NARIC will help to ascertain whether or not their academic qualifications and English language ability are valid in supporting their immigration application. Like the points-based calculator before it, this new service identifies and confirms the academic qualification levels and/or English-language proficiency level of each applicant.
Once it has been ascertained that a non-EEA national has the relevant academic and language levels to allow them to apply for the relevant UK visa, NARIC will provide proof of this for use in supporting their immigration application.
This new eligibility scale is believed to be successful and more result-oriented.


Fusco Browne immigration is a hub of UK Immigration consultants, who have considerable amount of expertise in helping the applicants in their immigration journey.

Monday 11 April 2016

Getting approved the visitor visa for UK

Getting approved the visitor visa for UK can prove to be a pain in neck if you are not aware of the processes or take them lightly. Securing an approved visitor visa for the UK does not just rely in satisfying all the documentary requirements, rather it even involves several other important factors.

Here are some of the important aspects that decide the fate of the approval of the visitor visa and play a great role in determining the application’s success.

Relationship with the Sponsor: The UK visitor visa completely promotes sponsorship thus making it easier for people to visit the kingdom. When applying, the applicants must present the proper relationship’s authenticity and its proof. Evidences like chat conversations, emails and pictures are strong and can be easily submitted to the authorities.

Authenticity of the Submitted Documents: All the applicants submitting their papers with the authority must ensure that their papers are authentic and true. There should be no forgery in the paper work as the immigration officers can sight all such papers very easily. This even impacts the approval process in the near future.

Financial Stability: Having a willing sponsor is always good, but it would be really great if the applicant can prove his individual financial stability. The application gets stronger if the applicant is able to proof that he himself can finance his trip.

Proof of Accusation: Applicants must also show that they have enough options for a comfortable accommodation in the country. In case the applicant plans to stay with relatives, he must state their address.

If securing visitor visa is one of your requirements, the legal counsel from Fusco Browne Immigration can prove to be quite beneficial. Fusco Browne immigration has evolved to be a preferred destination for the aspirants who are seeking help in securing visitor or Tier 2 visas.