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24 March 2025 New UK Immigration Rules for Skilled Workers Effective from 8th April 2025
The UK Government has recently announced significant updates to the immigration rules affecting Skilled Worker visa applicants, effective from 8th April 2025. Read more
Shot of the Houses of Parliament in London, UK at night, the sky is purple and dark blue, as is the River Thames in the foreground of the shot. 26 February 2025 Illegal Working Civil Penalties
The number of civil penalties for illegal working in the UK is increasing. Read more
Landscape shot over a river in the foreground featuring a city scape in the background of the shot, including multiple buildings of various heights and aesthetics, some more traditional and some more modern. A bridge crossing the river can be seen in the left-hand side of the frame. 26 February 2025 2025 Immigration & Nationality Fee Increases
The Home Office has announced upcoming changes to important immigration fees. Read more
31 January 2025 How to Withdraw your UK Visa Application
Learn how to withdraw your UK visa application with support from Five Star International. Read more
17 December 2024 Common reasons for UK Visit Visa refusals
Applying for a UK visit visa requires careful preparation to avoid refusal. Read more
17 December 2024 Stricter penalties for employers breaching UK immigration rules
The UK government has announced significant changes to how employers who breach immigration laws will be penalised. Read more
10 December 2024 Ongoing changes to UK Visa Application Centres
UK Visa Application Centres (VACs) are found globally and are where individuals can apply for a UK visa or passport, or manage other documentation. Read more
04 December 2024 Understanding Right to Work (RTW) checks in the UK
Right to Work checks ensure all UK employers confirm that their employees have the legal right to live & work in the UK. Read more
01 October 2024 Trinity College Regulated Immigration Advisor
Five Star is proud to partner with Trinity College London, offering Secure English Language Tests (SELT) essential for UK Visa applications. Read more
20 September 2024 International recruitment and skills shortages
The MAC will review international recruitment & immigration across information technology, telecommunications & engineering, and more. Read more

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