Latitude Law presents the top 5 common reasons for refusals of Leave to Remain in the UK, from suitability and eligibility issues to document errors and deception. This guide explores the complexities of the Immigration Rules, offering insights to help applicants avoid pitfalls and navigate the process with confidence.

The application process for settlement or indefinite leave to remain can be complex, with varying requirements depending on your immigration category. Our experienced solicitors are here to provide advice and assistance, whether you need information about the application process, the costs involved or help completing the form.

A recent UK court ruling granting entry to a Palestinian family has sparked political controversy. However, the case was misrepresented—the family followed Home Office guidelines, using the most similar application form available. Latitude Law explores the legal basis of the decision, clarifies misconceptions, and examines the role of human rights law in immigration cases.

Under the UK Immigration Rules, certain visa routes enable you to take up permanent residence in the country, and eventually apply for British citizenship. This comes with a number of benefits, including the ability to live, work and vote without any restrictions imposed by UK immigration laws. During the British citizenship application process, you must supply a number of necessary documents to support your application and prove that you meet the eligibility requirements.

From 6 August 2024 if people have a biometric residence permit (BRP) that expires on 31 December 2024, they can now create a UKVI account and access their eVisa. They should do this before the expiry date of their BRP. Read more here.

To provide some clarity on how long a visa applicant can realistically be expected to wait for a decision, we’ve laid out the wait times provided by the Home Office and compared those with our actual experience. We conducted our research in May 2023.

If your endorsement application has been refused then you may be eligible to apply for a review or re-apply. It is important to understand why the application has been refused and ensure you’re meeting the specifications of your endorsing body.