Immigration Rules and Procedures Quiz

Immigration Rules and Procedures

• Partner Visa Extension: If a person marries after obtaining a fiancé visa, they use form FLR(M) to extend their stay.

• Appendix FM Introduction Date: The provisions in Appendix FM were introduced on July 9, 2012.

• ILR Application Requirements: Knowledge of Life and Language in the UK requirements are found in Appendix KOLL.

• General Visitor Stay Limit: General visitors should stay within the time period specified on their visa application or entry interview, with a maximum of 6 months.

• English Language Study for Visitors: General visitors can study English for up to 30 days in accredited institutions.

• Tier 4 Visa Funds Consideration: Relevant considerations for a Tier 4 (student) visa include accommodation, but relatives providing free accommodation is not a consideration.

• Tier 5 Visa Relevant Consideration: English Language proficiency is not a relevant consideration for a Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) visa application.

• Immigration Rules Amendments: The Secretary of State amends the Immigration Rules by publishing a Statement of Changes.

• Independent Life Definition: The phrase "must not be leading an independent life," in relation to children, is defined in the Immigration Rules, paragraph 6.

• Points-Based System Application Issues: If a supporting document for a Points-Based System application is in the wrong format but the application is otherwise valid, UKVI may contact the applicant to give them a limited time to provide the correct document.

• Child's Residency Regularisation: Children born in the UK and who have lived there for ten years may be advised to register as British citizens.

• EEA National Qualification: EEA nationals must meet specific requirements to be considered "qualified applicants," defined in Regulations 6.

• EEA National Family Members: Non-EEA family members joining an EEA national in the UK may have residency based on various conditions, including financial dependency.

• Non-EEA National Marriage: A non-EEA national marrying an EEA national may gain residency rights, provided the marriage is not a sham marriage.

• Naturalization Application after ILR Gain: If an individual received ILR through deception, they should not be assisted in applying for naturalization, nor should this be reported to UKVI.

• Leave to Remain Application Validity Requirements: The requirements for a valid leave to remain application are detailed in Part 1 of the Immigration Rules.

• Specified Evidence in Appendix FM: The specified evidence referenced in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules refers to provisions in Appendix FM-SE.

• Financial Requirements for Partner Applications: If an applicant works long hours but cannot meet financial requirements for a partner application, they should consult an OISC Level 2 advisor.

• Overstaying Consequences: Overstaying leave due to an invalidity notice, submitted extension application or issues with passport can lead to an overstayer status.

• Appeal Deadlines: Appeals to the First-tier Tribunal (IAC) have a 14-day deadline from the date of the Home Office refusal decision.

• Financial Requirements for Partners: Financial requirements for sponsoring a partner to the UK as a British citizen with Indefinite Leave to Remain are £18,600. Disability living allowance beneficiaries have adequate maintenance requirements.

• Criminal Conviction Implications: A criminal conviction six months prior to applying for a visa may cause refusal unless the applicant waits another six months.

• NHS Debt Impact: NHS debts over £500 may lead to a refusal of entry clearance for visitors.

• Visitor Activities: Visitors can negotiate and sign deals, contracts; however, they may not be able to undertake all actions.

• Tier 1 Entrepreneur Application Verification: Electronic bank statements need to be stamped by the bank for Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) category extension applications.

• Tier 2 Applicant Salary Requirements: Applicants under Tier 2 (General) require specific salaries based on attributes, and details can be found in Appendix J.

• Tier 5 English Language Requirements: There are no English language requirements for Tier 5 (Temporary Worker) applicants.

• EEA National Naturalization Advice: EEA nationals wishing to naturalize need to consider the implications for family members who may also reside in the UK or may be planning to join.

• EU Law and Family Members: Long-term cohabiting partners of EEA nationals are not considered standard family members under EU law.

• Temporary Worker Job Loss: A temporary worker with a six-month contract will have a maximum of six months to find a job before losing their right to reside.

• British Citizen Registration: Children born in the UK can apply for British citizenship based on residency by the age of 10.

• Removal versus Deportation: Differences between removal and deportation pertain to those without leave and include those whose presence in the UK is deemed unsuitable for public good.

• Administrative Review Procedure: The procedure for applying for an administrative review can be found in Part 1 of the Immigration Rules.