Immigration Law
12 min read
13/01/2025
Legal Brain Team
Immigration Law
UK immigration rules and visa applications
Table of Contents
What is it?
Immigration law governs who can enter, stay, and work in the UK, including visa requirements, citizenship, and deportation procedures.
Key Points
- 1Points-based system for work visas
- 2Family visa requirements and financial thresholds
- 3Right to appeal immigration decisions
- 4Indefinite leave to remain after qualifying period
- 5British citizenship requirements
Typical Process
1
Determine appropriate visa category
2
Check eligibility requirements and financial thresholds
3
Complete application form and gather documents
4
Pay application fee and healthcare surcharge
5
Submit application and attend biometric appointment
6
Wait for decision and respond to any requests
Common Examples
- •Skilled worker visa applications
- •Family visa for spouse or children
- •Student visa applications
- •Indefinite leave to remain applications
- •British citizenship applications
- •Appealing refused applications
Related Laws & Regulations
Immigration Act 1971
Immigration Rules (updated regularly)
British Nationality Act 1981
Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
UK Borders Act 2007
When to Seek Professional Help
- ⚠Complex immigration history
- ⚠Previous visa refusals
- ⚠Need to appeal immigration decisions
- ⚠Applying for citizenship or settlement
- ⚠Facing removal or deportation proceedings
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