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Challenges faced by UK eVisa holders, highlighting issues like technical errors, delays, and difficulties accessing basic rights such as work and travel.

UK eVisa: A Digital Nightmare for Immigrants in the UK 

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UK’s transition to an eVisa system, which officially began last year, was intended to modernise and streamline the immigration process. However, for many visa holders, the shift has been far from smooth. Despite the Home Office’s assurances of advanced tools and systems, countless individuals are facing significant challenges with the UK eVisa, from proving their immigration status to accessing basic rights such as work and travel.

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A detailed article discussing the UK’s Skilled Worker Visa route, highlighting challenges such as rising asylum claims, Home Office oversights, and policy changes. It explores the economic benefits, systemic flaws, and reforms needed to improve the immigration system, including measures to combat exploitation and fraud.

UK Work Visa Reforms Face Criticism Ahead of Immigration Changes

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UK’s Skilled Worker visa route, introduced address labour shortages, has become a focal point of debate amid rising asylum claims and systemic oversights. A recent report by the National Audit Office (NAO) reveals significant gaps in the Home Office’s understanding of the visa system, leading to unintended consequences such as increased asylum claims and exploitation. As the government prepares to publish a White Paper to reform the immigration system, this article explores the challenges and its impacts.

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UK immigration changes 2025, highlighting new visa rules for care workers and students, reduced overseas recruitment, and fairer immigration policies.

UK Immigration Changes 2025: New Visa Rules for Care Workers and Students Announced

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UK Government has announced significant UK immigration changes 2025, introducing new visa rules for care workers and international students. These measures aim to reduce the country’s reliance on overseas recruitment and address record levels of immigration. Here’s a detailed look at the key updates and their implications.

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Step-by-step guide on how to apply for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), ensuring a smooth and efficient travel process.

How to Apply for a UK ETA: A Comprehensive Guide

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UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system has been introduced to streamline the process for travellers visiting the United Kingdom. Designed to be user-friendly and efficient, the UK ETA allows eligible individuals to obtain authorisation quickly, ensuring a smooth entry into the UK. Whether you are planning a holiday, business trip, or short visit, here is

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UK introduces Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for European visitors, enhancing border security and streamlining travel from April 2025.

UK ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) Now Open for Europeans

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UK government has announced a significant update to its border control system, extending the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme to European visitors. From 2 April 2025, eligible European travellers will need to apply for an ETA before entering the UK. This move marks the final phase of the ETA rollout, following its successful implementation for non-European nationals last year.

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UK Government has come under fire for its recent amendment to Home Office guidance, which effectively blocks British citizenship applications from individuals who have entered the country illegally, regardless of how much time has passed since their arrival. This controversial update, which took effect on 10 February 2025, has sparked criticism from legal experts, refugee advocates and opposition politicians, raising serious concerns about the fairness and impact of the new UK citizenship rules.

A Privilege, Not a Right: UK Citizenship Ban for Illegal Entrants Stirs Controversy

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UK Government has come under fire for its recent amendment to Home Office guidance, which effectively blocks British citizenship applications from individuals who have entered the country illegally, regardless of how much time has passed since their arrival. This controversial update, which took effect on 10 February 2025, has sparked criticism from legal experts, refugee

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Spouse Visa immigration guide 2025

Applying for a UK Spouse Visa in 2025: A Comprehensive Guide.

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The UK Spouse Visa allows married partners of British citizens or settled persons to join their spouses in the UK. In 2025, several significant changes have been introduced to the Spouse Visa requirements. This article, brought to you by Morgan Smith Immigration, provides a detailed overview of these changes, including the latest updates and their implementation dates.

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Secure English Language Test (SELT) requirements and Guide 2025

List of Approved English Language tests for UK Visas: A Comprehensive Guide to SELT

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we understand the importance of meeting the English language requirements for your UK visa or citizenship application. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the Secure English Language Test (SELT) requirements, approved test providers, and the process for booking and taking a test.

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Home Office Sponsor Action Plan

Home Office Sponsor Action Plan: Ensuring Compliance and Avoiding Downgrades

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In recent years, the Home Office has made significant efforts to visit companies and educational institutions to prevent any abuse toward workers and international students. Over the last couple of years, the number of companies that lost their licence due to such abuses has exceeded expectations. Educational institutions are also under the scope of the

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Text discussing the challenges faced by migrant single mothers in the UK care sector due to restrictive immigration policies, focusing on the ‘Sole Responsibility’ requirement and its impact on visa applications for their children. The text highlights the need for urgent policy reform.

‘Sole Responsibility’ Requirement Leave Migrant Single Mothers Separated from Their Children

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Thousands of migrant single mothers working in the UK’s care sector have been denied visas for their children due to the UK’s restrictive immigration policies, particularly the sole responsibility requirement. A new report highlights the systemic discrimination and distress caused by these policies, urging the government to implement fairer immigration measures.

‘Sole Responsibility’ Requirement Leave Migrant Single Mothers Separated from Their Children Read More »

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EU SETTLEMENT SCHEME (EUSS) STATUS AUTOMATION

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The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) has played a pivotal role in providing over 5.7 million EEA and Swiss citizens and their family members with the necessary immigration status to continue living and working in the UK post-Brexit. Under the scheme, successful applicants are granted either pre-settled or settled status based on their length of residence in the UK.

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Will UK Immigration Changes Be Implemented in 2025? Anxiety Rises as Families and Businesses Are Left Blindsided 

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As April 2025 approaches, significant potential changes in UK immigration policies are creating ripples of uncertainty, particularly around the financial requirements for family visas and increased salary thresholds for Skilled Worker visas. Last year, the UK government announced plans to raise salary thresholds in 2025 and paused a proposed increase in the financial threshold for family visas from £29,000 to £38,700. Meanwhile, the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has been tasked with reviewing the financial requirements for the Family Visa route. 

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Text discussing the UK’s digital eVisa rollout, highlighting issues faced by travelers and refugees, including technical glitches, accessibility problems, and operational confusion

UK eVisa Rollout Faces Major Setbacks: Foreign Nationals and Refugees Struggling Just Weeks After Initial Deadline

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The UK Home Office’s transition to digital eVisas has sparked significant challenges just weeks after its rollout. Travellers are already encountering difficulties boarding UK-bound flights, while refugees are struggling without adequate proof of their immigration status. Reports of technical glitches, limited accessibility and operational confusion are mounting, raising serious concerns about the system’s readiness.

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An article detailing new Home Office regulations effective 31 Dec 2024, prohibiting sponsors from passing sponsorship costs to skilled workers, ensuring fair treatment and preventing exploitation.

Home Office Prohibits Sponsors From Passing on Sponsorship Costs to Skilled Workers

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In a significant policy shift, the Home Office has introduced new changes to Part 1 and Part 3 of the Skilled Worker Sponsor Guidance, effective from 31 December 2024. These changes impose stricter obligations on sponsor licence holders and aim to eliminate exploitative practices in the sponsorship system, particularly around financial responsibilities.

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An article discussing the critical issue of over 1 million people in the UK still needing to obtain eVisas before the 31 December deadline. The text highlights the challenges of transitioning from biometric residence permits (BRPs) to digital eVisas, concerns about the rollout, and efforts by the Home Office to address errors and provide support. It also includes expert opinions, government responses, and a call to action for assistance from Morgan Smith Immigration, an award-winning UK immigration firm

Over 1 Million People in the UK Still Without eVisa

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As the deadline for obtaining eVisas approaches, approximately 1 million individuals in the UK still need to secure their digital proof of residency. The eVisa programme, introduced by the previous government, is a digital system designed to confirm the right to live and work in the UK for residents who are not British citizens or passport holders.

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Illustration highlighting common eVisa application issues and solutions, including chip detection problems, viewing eVisa status, and missing app links

Common Issues People Face When Applying for Their eVisa (Part 2)

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In the second part of our article, we dive deeper into the technical and procedural challenges people face when applying for their eVisa. Building on the issues covered in Part 1, here are additional problems and practical solutions to streamline the application process.  Issue 1: Problems with Chip Detection  Problem: Many applicants struggle with getting their

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Article discussing common issues faced when applying for an eVisa, including difficulties with QR codes, linking new BRPs, and BRC registration, along with practical solutions.

Common Issues People Face When Applying for Their eVisa (Part 1)

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Applying for an eVisa can be a daunting process, and many applicants encounter various challenges along the way. In this article, we will discuss some of the most common issues people face when applying for their eVisa and provide practical solutions to help you understand these obstacles. Stay tuned for Part 2, where we will address additional issues and offer solutions from our skilled lawyers.

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An image of miserable and abusive life of Sara Sharif. The image reflects the violence and complex family dynamics.

If Social Workers Were on the Shortage Occupation List, Would Sara Sharif Still Be Alive?

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The tragic story of Sara Sharif has brought to light glaring failures in the UK’s immigration, social services, and child protection systems. At the heart of this tragedy is a series of systemic breakdowns that failed to protect a vulnerable child despite overwhelming evidence of abuse. The Journey of a Broken System Sara’s father, Urfan

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Checklist of common mistakes to avoid when applying for UK Sponsor Licence

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a UK Sponsor Licence

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Securing a Sponsor Licence is a crucial step for businesses seeking to hire skilled workers from outside the UK. However, the application process is complex, and mistakes can result in delays, refusals, or even compliance penalties. At Morgan Smith Immigration, we understand the challenges businesses face. Here, we outline five common mistakes HR teams often make and offer practical advice to help you understand the process effectively.

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Learn about the eVisa rollout as the Home Office extends the deadline. Explore technical challenges and the need for a robust system.

eVisa Rollout Delayed: Will the New Deadline Solve Ongoing Technical Issues or Create More Chaos?

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The Home Office has extended the deadline for the eVisa rollout, pushing the transition start date from 31 December 2024 to the end of March 2025. While this delay offers temporary relief, it highlights deeper issues with the system’s readiness. Persistent technical challenges have sparked fears of significant travel disruptions and chaos at borders, leaving many questioning whether the extended timeline will be enough to resolve these concerns.

eVisa Rollout Delayed: Will the New Deadline Solve Ongoing Technical Issues or Create More Chaos? Read More »

Keir Starmer criticises Conservative immigration policies, highlights Labour’s plans for targeted reforms for reducing net migration.

Keir Starmer’s Migration Plan: Ambitious Reforms or Unrealistic Promises?

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PM Keir Starmer has strongly criticised the previous Conservative government’s approach to immigration, describing their policies as a “different order of failure. The Prime Minister accused the Tories of running a “one-nation experiment in open borders” and failing to fulfil repeated promises to reduce net migration. This article delves into Starmer’s pointed remarks, explores the latest immigration statistics, and examines Labour’s plans to address migration challenges.

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UK government delays eVisa transition due to system glitches

Ministers to Postpone Full eVisa Transition Due to Concerns Over System Glitches

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Ministers are set to delay the full transition to eVisas, initially planned for 1 January 2024, due to mounting concerns over system glitches that could leave residents stranded abroad or unable to prove their right to remain in the UK. This delay highlights significant challenges in modernising the UK’s immigration framework, with critics urging the government to resolve these issues before fully phasing out physical documentation like biometric residence permits and adopting the new eVisa System.

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A UK Immigration Service officer conducting inspections, highlighting the government's efforts to tackle visa abuse and hold rogue employers accountable for unethical recruitment practices.

Rogue Employers to Be Banned from Hiring Overseas Talent

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The UK Government is introducing stringent measures to address visa abuse and protect overseas workers from exploitation, delivering on a key manifesto commitment to tackle unethical practices in recruitment and employment. Rogue employers who commit serious offences, such as repeated violations of visa rules or failure to pay the National Minimum Wage, will face enhanced penalties, including a ban on sponsoring overseas workers for a minimum of two years.

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