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New Home Office concession for early settlement for 18 to 24 year olds who have lived in the UK for more than half of their lives

Alex Piletska
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Young people in the 10 year private life route may now be able to apply for indefinite leave to remain (‘ILR’) after only five years of leave, according to the new Home Office concession.

Check your immigration status - Home Office launches new service

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You can now ask the Home Office to check your immigration status if your access to work, benefits or services has been affected, and you believe this is because the Home Office holds the incorrect immigration status for you. This service is free of charge.

Current crisis in Afghanistan

Alex Piletska
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Following the abrupt withdrawal of US, UK and other NATO troops from Afghanistan, which accelerated steeply this month, the Taliban has regained control of most of the country, including Kabul, prompting Afghan nationals to attempt to flee to neighbouring countries and abroad in large numbers.

Provisions for applicants who cannot afford Home Office fees

Kriti Khadka
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Application fees and Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) fees have risen significantly over the years, making them unaffordable to many applicants. For those who cannot afford the fees, it may be possible to obtain a fee waiver.

What provisions are there for spouse visa applicants whose finances were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic?

Alex Piletska
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Applicants in the five year spouse route to settlement under Appendix FM can take advantage of the time-limited Home Office concession to continue to extend their leave in the same route or apply for settlement.

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