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Which of the following individuals would be eligible to apply for pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme?
Which of the following individuals would be eligible to apply for pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme?
- An Italian national who has been studying in the UK for two years.
- A Spanish national who has been living in the UK for six months.
- A French national who has been living and working in the UK for two years. (correct)
- A German national who has been visiting the UK regularly for the past five years.
A child born outside the UK to a British citizen otherwise by descent in 2020, will they need to register as a British citizen?
A child born outside the UK to a British citizen otherwise by descent in 2020, will they need to register as a British citizen?
- Yes, they must register as a British citizen. (correct)
- There is no requirement for registration for British citizenship.
- They may have to register, depending on their parent's specific circumstances.
- No, they do not need to register, as they are automatically a British citizen.
Your client, a British citizen, wants to sponsor his father (an Egyptian national) to join him in the UK. His father is disabled and requires substantial assistance with daily tasks. Which of these statements is correct?
Your client, a British citizen, wants to sponsor his father (an Egyptian national) to join him in the UK. His father is disabled and requires substantial assistance with daily tasks. Which of these statements is correct?
- The client's father is automatically eligible for a visa based on family ties.
- The client can only sponsor his father if he is over 65 years old.
- The client must demonstrate that his father's medical needs are not met in Egypt. (correct)
- The client can sponsor his father if he provides financial support and care.
How is the financial requirement for a T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Worker visa met?
How is the financial requirement for a T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Worker visa met?
What is the correct way for a 15-year-old daughter to join her father who has been granted permission to stay in the UK as a Skilled Worker, based on her father's visa?
What is the correct way for a 15-year-old daughter to join her father who has been granted permission to stay in the UK as a Skilled Worker, based on her father's visa?
Your client who has been granted indefinite leave to remain as the civil partner of a British citizen, can apply to naturalise in how many years?
Your client who has been granted indefinite leave to remain as the civil partner of a British citizen, can apply to naturalise in how many years?
A child who seeks to enter the UK to join a parent who has limited leave as a partner, must adhere to which Immigration Rules appendix?
A child who seeks to enter the UK to join a parent who has limited leave as a partner, must adhere to which Immigration Rules appendix?
Can an applicant under the UK Ancestry rules rely on third-party funding to meet their financial requirements?
Can an applicant under the UK Ancestry rules rely on third-party funding to meet their financial requirements?
What must a client demonstrate to meet the 'adequate maintenance' requirement under the Rules?
What must a client demonstrate to meet the 'adequate maintenance' requirement under the Rules?
Flashcards
Settlement under Start-Up rules
Settlement under Start-Up rules
Clients under Start-Up rules cannot qualify for settlement.
Partner application advice
Partner application advice
Level 1 advisors cannot advise clients who don't meet partner rules; refer them to higher advisors.
Genuine visitor requirement
Genuine visitor requirement
Entry Clearance Officers consider all supporting factors for genuine visitors.
TB test certificate exemption
TB test certificate exemption
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Adequate maintenance requirement
Adequate maintenance requirement
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Application refusal response
Application refusal response
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Previous overstaying consequences
Previous overstaying consequences
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Removal grounds
Removal grounds
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Appendix FM
Appendix FM
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Pre-settled status
Pre-settled status
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British Nationality Act 1981
British Nationality Act 1981
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Naturalisation period for civil partners
Naturalisation period for civil partners
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British citizenship registration exemption
British citizenship registration exemption
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T5 Religious Worker Visa financial requirement
T5 Religious Worker Visa financial requirement
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Appendix Skilled Worker
Appendix Skilled Worker
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UK Ancestry rules third party funding
UK Ancestry rules third party funding
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Study Notes
UK Immigration Rules (2025)
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Child Joining Parent with Limited Leave: A child seeking entry to the UK to join a parent with limited leave as a partner must meet requirements in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules.
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French National's Leave to Remain: A French national living and working in the UK for two years may remain, but must apply for limited leave to remain under the EU Settlement Scheme.
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British Nationality Act 1981: The Act came into force on January 1, 1981.
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Civil Partner's Naturalisation: A civil partner of a British citizen granted indefinite leave to remain can apply to naturalize in three years.
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Child's British Citizenship Registration (2020): Children born outside the UK to British citizens (except those by descent) do not need to register as British citizens under the 1981 Act.
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Switching Categories: One cannot switch into the Student category from categories stated.
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T5 (Temporary Worker) Visa Requirements: The financial requirement for a T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Worker visa is £1270.
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Skilled Worker's Family Joining: A Skilled Worker (Indian national in this case) can apply to bring a 15-year-old daughter to the UK.
British Citizen Sponsoring Disabled Father
- Assistance Required: A British citizen must demonstrate that their disabled father (Egyptian national, 70) cannot receive sufficient care in Egypt, despite financial support.
Sponsoring Relative Under UK Ancestry Rules
- Third-Party Funding: Applicants can rely on third-party funding as provided in the Immigration Rules.
Start-Up Rule's Settlement
- No Settlement: Entry clearance under the Start-Up rules does not qualify for settlement.
Extending Partner's Leave of Absence
- Level 2 or 3 Advisor Required: A Level 1 advisor cannot advise on extending partner leave if the partner does not meet the requirements.
Genuine Visitor Requirements
- Several Criteria: "Genuine Visitor" requirements under Standard Visitor rules depend on various factors (stated).
TB Test Certificate Not Required
- Specific Exceptions: A South African national in New Zealand applying as a partner does not need a TB certificate to enter the UK.
Adequate Maintenance Requirement
- Evidence Needed: Applicants must show adequate financial maintenance under the UK immigration rules.
Skilled Worker Eligibility Refusal
- Appealing Refusal: If a Skilled Worker application is refused due to eligibility requirements, the applicant cannot appeal or seek Administrative Review; instead, they must reapply with detailed explanation of the reasons for refusal and stronger evidence to meet the rules.
Returning to the UK After Overstaying
- Entry Restrictions: If an overstay was three weeks prior to entry application, the applicant may be permitted to apply for a visit but consideration of the overstay impact.
Grounds for Removal (Versus Deportation)
- Broad Scope: Remove and deport can apply with multiple possible grounds in the UK.
French Worker Suitability Requirements
- Immigration Rules: French workers must meet suitability requirements outlined in Part 9 of the Immigration Rules for the first time entry.
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