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.

Struggling with the Life in the UK Test? Discover expert tips from Latitude Law to pass with ease! Learn the requirements, costs, and prep strategies for Indefinite Leave to Remain or British citizenship.

If you're joining your British or settled partner in the UK on a Spouse Visa, you can work freely—in any job, as a freelancer, or even start your own business! But you must meet key eligibility rules, including the £29K income requirement and English proficiency.

If you have British citizenship or settled status, you can bring your spouse, but you must meet the financial requirement to support them without public funds. Different visa options apply—ensure you choose the right one!

Evidencing your English language skills to a specified level is an essential part of most immigration applications, and applying to enter or remain in the UK as a partner is no exception. Failing to prove your English language skills to the relevant level will likely lead to the refusal of your application.

If you do face the heartbreak of a negative decision, what can you do? Plans may have to change and futures rethought. However, in some cases, negative decisions can be appealed, and you can make your case to a Tribunal Judge.

It is essential to understand the rules surrounding absences from the UK in order to get and maintain your pre-settled or settled status. Long absences in particular can affect your eligibility for pre-settled or settled status, or even lead to the loss of pre-settled status that has already been granted.

A criminal record has always had a potential impact on a foreign national’s ability to enter and live in the UK. However, from January 2025 it becomes a whole lot more significant for a large percentage of the global population, as citizens of most countries (except for EU / EEA members, for whom the change will happen in April 2025) will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to visit the UK.