Category: UK Immigration

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

London City Airport Scraps 100ml Liquid Rule

In a huge boost for holidaymakers, London City Airport has scrapped the 100ml liquids restriction for travellers. Easter holidaymakers can now carry on up to two litres of liquid, and toiletries no longer have to be put in separate bags. The new rules came into effect on 04 April as CT scanners will take high-resolution…
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How to apply for an adult dependant relative visa to come to the UK

The Adult Dependent Visa route is a category of visa for people over the age of 18 that wish to join their relatives in the UK. The family member you are joining in the UK must be a British citizen or have settled status in the UK, or be a person holding settled or pre-settled…
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Heathrow Airport 10-Day Strike To Cause Disruptions Over Easter Holidays

In recent weeks, travellers have been keeping a close eye on industrial actions within the travel sector with fears of long lines, cancelled flights, and general chaos.  Security guards at London’s Heathrow Airport are going on strike over the Easter holidays. More than 1,400 security guards at the busy terminal are striking from 31 March…
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Expect Delay On UK Passport Renewals Due to Planned Strike

British holidaymakers planning a holiday in the near future with expiring passports may want to pay attention to the latest news from the UK Passport Office.  The Public and Commercial Services (PCS) union, which represents workers at the Passport Office, has called for strikes in response to a dispute over pay and conditions.  Over 1000…
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UK and Spain Finally Reached A Deal On Driving Licence Exchange

The reciprocal recognition and exchange of driving licences have finally been agreed between Spain and the United Kingdom. The agreement was approved on 14 March at Spain’s Cabinet meeting which also includes the exchange of information about traffic offences affecting road safety. The agreement means that holders of a valid driving licence issued by either…
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