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Seraphus Putting Humanity back into migration law. Specialists in EU Free Movement, UK Immigration and Human Rights Law. Solicitors

👫 At Seraphus, we regularly advise and represent individuals applying as the partner of a British citizen. Our recent ca...
19/06/2026

👫 At Seraphus, we regularly advise and represent individuals applying as the partner of a British citizen.

Our recent case illustrates the challenges of satisfying the relationship requirement as an unmarried couple and how it can be done.

🔗Learn more about how this can be done in our case study:

What is the Appendix FM relationship requirement?  Appendix FM of the UK Immigration Rules is designed to provide a route for family members of British citizens and settled persons, such as partners and children, to live together in the UK.  For a partner application to succeed, the Home Office re...

🇪🇺 Understanding the situation of EU children can be complicated as their legal position will be based on the status of ...
15/06/2026

🇪🇺 Understanding the situation of EU children can be complicated as their legal position will be based on the status of their parents.

👧In work with clients, Seraphus often sees situations where children and their parents do not realise that they need to make an EUSS application.

❗️But it is important that children of parents with EU settlement scheme status have lawful status to be in the UK.

👉Learn more about what applies to your child in our latest article:

Children born to parents with status under the EU Settlement scheme (EUSS) will need to apply for status unless they are British or Irish. When your child needs to apply and what kind of application they need to make depends on your status and whether they are inside or outside the UK. It is importa...

📢🇵🇸As a legal advisor for Palestinians claiming asylum, it can be difficult to navigate the complex system of inclusion ...
29/05/2026

📢🇵🇸As a legal advisor for Palestinians claiming asylum, it can be difficult to navigate the complex system of inclusion and exclusion under the Refugee Convention.

In our latest article we explore how to argue for re-inclusion, and outline considerations advisors can make when advising Palestinians claiming asylum.

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Palestinians within Palestine and across the diaspora are forced to constantly contend with laws and systems of differentiation, exclusion, expulsion and erasure. The international refugee protection system is no different.  Palestinians claiming asylum are forced to face a system which differentia...

🇬🇧 For people who have moved to the UK and established their lives, a common concern over time is whether an elderly or ...
22/05/2026

🇬🇧 For people who have moved to the UK and established their lives, a common concern over time is whether an elderly or ailing parent can join them in the UK.

❓With rules becoming stricter, many families question if this is possible.

In our latest article, we compare two available routes to help you understand if there is an immigration route for your situation.

Learn more:

For people who move to the UK and establish their lives here, a common concern over time is whether an elderly or ailing parent can join them in the UK. With rules becoming stricter, many families question if this is possible. Understand if there is an immigration route for your situation. Adult Dep...

Preparing a strong request for undefined Certificates of Sponsorship can make a critical difference to hiring timelines ...
15/05/2026

Preparing a strong request for undefined Certificates of Sponsorship can make a critical difference to hiring timelines and outcomes.

If your business needs support, Seraphus can provide tailored advice on sponsor licence compliance, workforce planning, and visa applications.

Learn more in our latest article:

Employers with a sponsor licence can recruit international workers by assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship(CoS), which allows a worker to apply for a visa. A Certificate of Sponsorship is not a physical document, but an electronic record issued through the Sponsor Management System. A defined Ce...

There is still much uncertainty about the timeline and scope of the changes to settlement and ILR.If you are worried abo...
08/05/2026

There is still much uncertainty about the timeline and scope of the changes to settlement and ILR.

If you are worried about how it may impact you, read our latest update below and get in touch. Seraphus can support you through this changing area of law.

What is Earned Settlement? The Government is reforming how migrant people qualify for settlement or Indefinite Leave to Remain through an Earned settlement model. This was announced in March 2025 and was originally expected to come into place this year. This has understandably caused much concern. ...

📢At Seraphus, we are seeing a significant increase in enquiries from clients concerned about how the earned settlement p...
13/03/2026

📢At Seraphus, we are seeing a significant increase in enquiries from clients concerned about how the earned settlement proposals may affect their future.

In our latest article, we give you an overview of who might be affected by these proposals and what actions to take.

If you are unsure about your eligibility or timeline, we recommend seeking legal advice to assess your position and protect your route to settlement.

🔗Read more on our website:

The UK government has proposed significant reforms to the way migrants qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), introducing a new “Earned Settlement” model that could substantially extend the time required to secure settlement in the UK. This FAQ explains what Earned Settlement is, how it ...

📢From Monday 2 March, individuals granted refugees status or humanitarian protection in the UK will receive a temporary ...
06/03/2026

📢From Monday 2 March, individuals granted refugees status or humanitarian protection in the UK will receive a temporary leave lasting only 30 months.

This is a significant and troubling departure from a rights-based protection system.

🔗Read more about the change in our latest article on our website:

From Monday 2 March, individuals granted refugees status or humanitarian protection in the UK will receive a temporary leave lasting only 30 months. At the end of this period, the Home Office will review whether protection is still needed, if it concludes that it is not, individuals will be expected...

✈️From 25 February when Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) comes into force, all travellers to the UK must have the c...
20/02/2026

✈️From 25 February when Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) comes into force, all travellers to the UK must have the correct documents and permission otherwise they may not be able to travel to the UK.

In our latest article, we cover how to ensure your travel to the UK is not disrupted by the changes:

From 25 February when Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) comes into force, all travellers to the UK must have the correct documents and permission otherwise they may not be able to travel to the UK. Below we cover how to ensure your travel to the UK is not disrupted by the changes. Background:  ...

📢 Health and Care Worker visa changes are reshaping recruitment and workforce planningIn July 2025, major changes to the...
12/01/2026

📢 Health and Care Worker visa changes are reshaping recruitment and workforce planning

In July 2025, major changes to the UK’s immigration system came into force with direct consequences for NHS bodies, social care providers and independent health and care employers.

These reforms affect who can be sponsored, at what salary level, and for how long. With tighter eligibility rules, higher salary and skills thresholds, understanding how the Health and Care Worker visa now operates is essential for employers supporting international staff.

This article breaks down the key changes affecting the health and care sectors, what is means in practice and how we ate Seraphus can support employers where questions most commonly arise, particularly around SOC codes, salary thresholds and sponsorship compliance.

🔗 Read the full article:

In July 2025, important and consequential changes to the UK’s immigration system came into effect with direct implications for international workers on UK work visas and the organisations that employ them.  For NHS bodies, social care providers and independent health and care services, these c...

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