Croatian Nationals – unrestricted rights to work in the UK

Croatian Nationals – unrestricted rights to work in the UK as of Sunday 1st July 2018.   From that date, employers may accept Croatian passports as proof of the right to work and Sponsors will need to update their systems as employees will no longer need authorisation to work.

Employers – a new guide on right to work checks

Employers – a new guide on right to work checks has been published.   Please see link below.   https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/720858/29_06_18_Employer_s_guide_to_right_to_work_checks.pdf

Landlords – a new guide on the right to rent

Landlords – a new guide on the right to rent has been published.   Please see link below.   https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/721009/Short_guide_on_right_to_rent_June_2018.pdf

Details of new post-Brexit Settlement Scheme published

The Home Office has published a “Statement of Intent” outlining its planned “Settlement Scheme” for when the UK leaves the EU. It is not set in stone but gives some strong indications of what the scheme will involve. Read more here. The new Settled Status will apply to EU citizens and family members who have […]

Resident Labour Market Test and “Find a Job”

As of today, “Universal Jobmatch” will be replaced by a new service called “Find a Job”. Employers will usually need to advertise their vacancies on “Find a Job” in order to meet the Resident Labour Market test. Employer accounts with “Universal Jobmatch” can be accessed until 17 June 2018 and job applicants who view advertisements […]

Undocumented Commonwealth Citizens – new guidance for employers

The Home Office has published new guidance for employers dealing with undocumented Commonwealth Citizens in light of the recent revelations about the “Windrush Generation”. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/undocumented-commonwealth-citizens-resident-in-the-uk/guidance-for-employers-conducting-right-to-work-checks-on-undocumented-commonwealth-citizens For questions on the guidance or on any aspect of “Right to Work Checks” please contact me on info@jennyharveyimmigration.co.uk

Undocumented Commonwealth Citizens – new guidance for landlords

The Home Office has published new guidance for  landlords dealing with undocumented Commonwealth Citizens in light of the recent revelations about the “Windrush Generation.” https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/undocumented-commonwealth-citizens-resident-in-the-uk/guidance-for-landlords-conducting-right-to-rent-checks-on-undocumented-commonwealth-citizens For questions on the guidance or on any aspect of “ Right to Rent Checks” please contact me on info@jennyharveyimmigration.co.uk

Approved English Language Tests for Immigration Applications

The list of approved tests and providers has been updated as per the link below.   https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-on-applying-for-uk-visa-approved-english-language-tests?utm_source=40cbbd53-08c8-4535-9ada-c360e7fba9b4&utm_medium=email&utm_   It’s also useful to note the guidance on Identification Requirements for Test Candidates.

New Home Office Forms Introduced on 6th April 2018

You will need to check that you have completed the most recent version of your application form.   For assistance with this or any aspect of your application please contact me on info@jennyharveyimmigration.co.uk

The Home Office has updated its information for EU nationals

The Home Office has updated its information for EU nationals – https://www.gov.uk/guidance/status-of-eu-nationals-in-the-uk-what-you-need-to-know Please contact me if you would like to discuss any of the  issues raised.