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Understanding Garden Leave Rules for UK Sponsored Workers

Garden leave maintains visa validity. Your sponsor reports termination within 10 days of official end date, not garden leave start. 60-day clock begins after.

Criminal Record Checks Guide for UK Visa Sponsor Jobs
UK Immigration

Criminal Record Checks Guide for UK Visa Sponsor Jobs

UK visa sponsor jobs in healthcare/education require overseas criminal record certificates. 10-year lookback rule applies. Certificates valid 6 months.

June 22, 2026
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Supplementary Work Rules for UK Sponsored Employees
UK Immigration

Supplementary Work Rules for UK Sponsored Employees

UK Skilled Worker visas limit supplementary work to 20 hours weekly in 2026. Second jobs must match your SOC code. Freelancing is strictly prohibited.

June 17, 2026
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Proven Methods to Keep Your Status During CoS Delays
UK Immigration

Proven Methods to Keep Your Status During CoS Delays

Section 3C leave protects your UK visa status during 2026 CoS delays. Submit valid applications before expiry. You get 60 days upon curtailment. Act fast.

June 09, 2026
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Calculating the Ten Year Criminal Record History Rule
UK Immigration

Calculating the Ten Year Criminal Record History Rule

UK visa rules mandate a 10-year overseas residency check. Applicants need police certificates for 12 cumulative months abroad under 2026 Home Office guidance.

June 04, 2026
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English Language Rules for Partners of Sponsored Workers
UK Immigration

English Language Rules for Partners of Sponsored Workers

2026 UK partner visas mandate CEFR A1 for initial entry and B1 for settlement. SELT certificates expire after 2 years. Use approved test providers. Pass it.

May 25, 2026
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5 Tips to Match Your Job Title to UK Visa Codes Correctly
UK Immigration

5 Tips to Match Your Job Title to UK Visa Codes Correctly

SOC 2020 codes are mandatory. The 2026 general salary threshold is £41,700. Match your exact daily duties to official ONS occupation codes for visa success.

May 24, 2026
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Why RIBA Membership Matters for Your UK Architecture Visa Success
UK Immigration

Why RIBA Membership Matters for Your UK Architecture Visa Success

RIBA membership strengthens UK visa applications. Architects need £45,900 minimum salary. ARB registration is mandatory for title use. 2026 rules apply.

May 21, 2026
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What New Workers Don't Know About eVisa Share Code Access
UK Immigration

What New Workers Don't Know About eVisa Share Code Access

UK digital visa status is mandatory by 2026. Share codes expire in 90 days. 126,000+ sponsors use eVisas. Avoid common errors, secure your UK job offer.

May 18, 2026
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How to Manage Your Status When Your CoS Is Delayed
UK Immigration

How to Manage Your Status When Your CoS Is Delayed

Defined CoS requests take 1 day. Unassigned certificates expire in 90 days. Section 3C leave requires a valid application before your 2026 visa expires.

May 16, 2026
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