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You hire people across locations, so you must make sure everyone has the legal right to work  — even when they never set foot in the office. Use digital identity checks where allowed and follow the right-to-work rules  for hybrid and remote teams to stay compliant and reduce paperwork. This article shows what the law expects, how digital verification can help, and practical steps you can use to build a reliable process for remote hires. Expect clear guidance on when digital c

You need a clear system and trained people to run your sponsor licence without risking fines or suspension. Set up the Sponsor Management System (SMS) correctly and appoint trained key personnel so you can assign Certificates of Sponsorship, report changes, and keep your licence compliant . This guide shows how to configure SMS, meet sponsor licence rules, train your team, and prepare for audits so your organisation stays on track. Follow practical steps that make the process

You need to show the Home Office a clear, credible reason for hiring from abroad and back that reason with strong, organised evidence. Provide concrete business needs, role details and recruitment records so your application proves the vacancy cannot be filled locally. Gather mandatory company documents, HR policies and payroll records, then add extra proof such as industry data, recruitment logs and skills gaps analysis to strengthen your case. Your folder should be easy to

You must keep clear records, report changes quickly, and train your team so you keep an A rating and pass desk-based audits or on-site visits. If you build simple, reliable processes for record-keeping , right-to-work checks and prompt reporting, you cut the risk of downgrade or licence suspension. This article shows practical steps you can use right away: the core duties you must meet, how to prepare for UKVI digital desk-based checks, what to do when inspectors arrive on si

You can speed up partner visa decisions by paying for Priority or Super Priority service s, but availability and timelines differ depending on whether the application is inside or outside the UK. Priority service gives faster handling for many partner routes , while Super Priority aims for a decision within 24 hours when it is available — though some overseas partner applications currently cannot use Super Priority. This article explains how each service works, who can use th

Thinking of switching to a partner visa  from a visitor, student or work route? You can often switch while in the UK, but whether you can depends on your current visa type and whether you meet the partner visa rules . If your current visa allows switching and you meet relationship, financial and immigration requirements, you can apply from inside the UK — otherwise you must apply from abroad. This article explains who can switch, what documents and proofs you need, common tri

If you live in a house share or plan to rent a room with a lodger while applying for a UK partner visa, your accommodation must meet the same legal standards  as any other home. You must prove the place is legally occupied, not overcrowded, and available for you and your partner without relying on public funds. This article shows what counts as suitable housing  in shared homes, what landlords or flatmates need to confirm, and which documents make your claim stronger. You wil

When applying for a UK partner visa, proving cohabitation is often key to showing your relationship is genuine and meets immigration rules. If you have lived apart for periods, you must clearly explain the reasons and provide strong evidence  to support your claim. This helps immigration officials understand that your relationship remains genuine despite any gaps in living together. You should gather proof like joint tenancy agreements , utility bills, or travel tickets, and

If you have variable income or are self-employed, meeting the UK spouse or partner visa   financial requirement  can feel complicated. You need to prove you earn a steady income that meets the set threshold, even if your earnings fluctuate. The key is understanding which types of income count and how to properly document them to satisfy the rules. Your income can come from self-employment, partnerships, or variable sources, but you must show clear evidence over time. Knowing

Proving a genuine and subsisting relationship is key when applying for a UK partner visa . You must provide clear and strong evidence  that shows your relationship is real, ongoing, and credible in the eyes of caseworkers. This means supplying documents and information that confirm your connection is more than just temporary or casual. Caseworkers look closely at how you communicate, live together, or maintain your bond despite living apart. Evidence like shared finances, cor