UK Immigration Lawyers
Decades of UK immigration expertise. Expert legal advice in the processing of UK visa applications, extensions and advice for UK settlement options.
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Based in London and active internationally, we provide bespoke immigration solutions for both business and personal matters. Our dedicated immigration team has a wealth of experience advising on all aspects of immigration law, including audit and compliance.
We prioritise strong guidance on and direction for, all aspects of immigration, including the basis of application and compliance in an era of ever-changing law, guidance and processes.
Our corporate relocation services include the incorporation of business and complete support for the transfer and resettling of employees or potential employees.
UK Immigration Services:
British Citizenship
If someone has moved to the UK for a specified period of time, they may be able to apply for citizenship by naturalisation, depending on their situation. The most common way of becoming naturalised is to hold Indefinite Leave to Remain status for a continuous period of 12 months. The requirements for naturalisation as a British citizen differ depending on whether or not applicants are applying on the basis of marriage or civil partnership with a British citizen. Those who are applying as a partner, are exempt from holding ILR for a continuous 12-month period.
A decision can only be made to grant citizenship if applicants demonstrate that they satisfy certain legal requirements and the Home Secretary deems it fit to grant naturalisation.
You do not automatically get British citizenship if you were born in the UK. It depends on when you were born and your parents’ circumstances.
Legal Fees?
The fees depend on specific issues, contingent urgencies and case complexities. We will provide a bespoke quote based on an in-depth assessment of your case.
Representative of an Overseas Business visa
Who is this visa category for?
This visa is for foreign nationals who apply to come to the UK as a representative of an overseas business. This visa is granted to individuals that hold a senior position within the company whose headquarters are outside the UK. No investments are required for this type of visa, though there are several eligibility requirements that should be met.
Visa Duration?
Initial Representative of an Overseas Business visa grants entry for 3 years.
Can the visa be extended?
A subsequent extension can be applied for, providing all criteria are met. Holders of the
Representative of an Overseas Business visa may apply to extend their visa for a further 2 years.
Permanent Settlement?
After spending 5 years in the UK, the applicant can apply for permission to settle permanently in the UK, provided all the requirements are being met.
Legal Fees?
The fees for individual Representative of an Overseas Business applications depend on specific issues, contingent urgencies and case complexities. We will provide a bespoke quote based on an in-depth assessment of your case.
Innovator visa
Who is this visa category for?
The Innovator visa route is aimed at experienced entrepreneurs looking to set up or run a business in the UK. Applicants are required to demonstrate an innovative, viable and scalable business idea which is supported by an endorsing body. With some exceptions, applicants should have access to at least £50,000 to invest in their business.
Visa Duration?
The initial visa granted is for 3 years.
Can the visa be extended?
A subsequent extension can be applied for, providing all criteria are met. Holders of the Innovator visa may apply to extend their visa for a further 3 years.
Permanent Settlement?
Migrants would be eligible for permanent residence, Indefinite Leave to Remain in 5 years, and for citizenship after 6 years after initial entry to the United Kingdom, provided all the requirements are being met.
Legal Fees?
The fees for individual Innovator applications depend on specific issues, contingent urgencies and case complexities. We will provide a bespoke quote based on an in-depth assessment of your case.
Entrepreneurs
We provide guidance from the outset for clients looking to set up a new business in the UK, going above and beyond the application process, to understand and meet the clients long-term immigration goals. Our experts advise entrepreneurs on which route best meets their needs, providing recommendations on extensions, settlement applications and accelerated routes, as well as detailed business plans and vital to the success of start-up and innovator visa applications.
Employers and employees
We provide end-to-end immigration assistance to businesses, developing strategic immigration plans and providing complete support, from sponsor licence applications and management, compliance training and audit services, to full support with obtaining initial Skilled Worker visas for employees and further extensions.
Relocation and Settlement
We provide comprehensive legal support to private clients and their families throughout the entire immigration process, from visa/entry clearance applications, extension applications, to indefinite leave to remain (ILR) to obtaining a British passport and citizenship.
Why GLOBAL EXCHANGE NETWORK ?
GLOBAL EXCHANGE NETWORK’ lawyers have extensive knowledge of complex Home Office policies and implement effective management and processing of all Immigration applications, in the UK and worldwide.
Regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), we have a proven track record of successfully obtaining UK visas for clients worldwide and operate within a strict set of rules and guidelines designed to ensure that all applicants are treated professionally, courteously and ethically at all times. Contact us today for a qualified consultation with our UK Immigration lawyers.
Decades of UK immigration expertise
Expert legal advice in the processing of UK visa applications, extensions and advice for UK settlement options.
SRA Regulated Lawyers
Trusted advice guaranteed. All applicants are treated professionally, courteously and ethically at all times.
Bespoke and Comprehensive Service
We guide our clients through the ever-changing legal landscape, providing expert immigration advice, with our objectives firmly set on the long-term immigration goal.
Confidentiality and Compliance
Our company is fully equipped and dedicated to protecting your security and confidentiality.