Immigration Solicitors in East London

Our immigration solicitors in London are at your disposal if you want to relocate to the UK for work or business purposes. Also, if you are interested in tourism, make sure you understand the immigration rules, as an EU or non-EU citizen. Legal advice and complete guidance can be offered by our specialists, so feel free to get in touch with us right away, no matter the inquiries you might have. Support for a UK residence card or British citizenship can be offered by our East London immigration lawyer.

Immigration rules in the UK after Brexit

Brexit (the exit of the UK from the EU) comes with a series of rules and regulations for foreigners interested in entering the UK. The transit period will be over, starting with January 1st, 2021, when the new legislative bodies will enter into force. Here is what you need to know if you travel to the UK:

1. UK nationals will need a visa for EU countries and stay longer than 90 days.
2. EU nationals will not need a visa if they visit UK.
3. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens who continue to live in UK after 31st of December 2020 will have to apply for the EU Settlement Scheme.
4. The Skilled Worker visa can be issued for foreigners who have a job offer and a sponsor, at least GBP 26,500 as a salary/year, and English language knowledge.

These are a few of the changes to the immigration system in the UK that are applicable starting in 2021. You should get in touch with our immigration solicitors in East London and find out how they can help you from a legal point of view. Our UK immigration lawyer can help you apply for a residence permit in the UK or for British citizenship. Here is an infographic with details on UK relocation, helped by our immigration solicitors in East London:

How to apply for a Global Talent visa

The Global Talent visa is issued for foreigners who are leaders or future managers in sectors like arts and culture, academic research, or digital technology. This kind of visa is available for 5 years, and citizens with this visa can obtain indefinite leave to remain, to settle in the UK. A valid passport and a tuberculosis test are required when applying for such a visa. Our immigration solicitors in the UK can also offer you their services if you are interested in the UK Innovator visa. Applications for an innovator visa should be submitted at least three months before your intended date of travel. Our immigration lawyers can guide you in detail about further procedures. They will also help you in collecting the relevant documents so that your application does not get denied.

How to apply for a student visa for the UK

Student visas for UK can be obtained if you demonstrate you have been offered a place on a course in UK and you have a licensed sponsor. Speaking, writing, and reading in English, having sufficient funds for living in UK, and intending to study in the country are among the requirements for foreigners who apply for a student visa. Foreigners can also apply for a Graduate visa to stay and work in UK in legal terms. Would you like to apply for a student visa in UK? Feel free to discuss this with one of our immigration solicitors in London.

How to apply for citizenship in the UK

Foreign citizens resident in the UK can apply for British citizenship and gain this status if they meet all the conditions imposed. Here are some of them:

• applicants must be at least 18 years old and have already lived in the UK for at least 5 years;
• applicants who have been absent for more than 450 days in 5 years with residency in the UK are not admitted;
• in the case of foreign persons married to a British citizen, a nationality application can be made after 3 years of residency in the UK;
• Citizenship application also requires passing the “Life in the UK” test and knowing the English language at B1 level;
• the Home Office reserves the right to check the candidates resident in the UK and applying for British citizenship. The authorities focus on criminal records and whether they have broken any immigration laws;
• another special condition is also required, namely a referee declaration from 2 individuals, in order to be able to confirm the identity of the person applying for UK citizenship;
• in 2026, the citizenship application fee is around GBP 1,735.

British citizenship applications can be made online on the official platform of the British government, but also at local immigration offices, depending on the area. In both situations, specialist supervision is required to ensure that all documents are complete and correct.

On the other hand, it is good to know that a citizenship application in the UK can take approximately 6 months, after which the decision will be issued. If the application for citizenship in the UK is approved, the applicant will attend the official ceremony to make an oath and receive the new certificate. Thus, the applicant who obtains British citizenship will receive a new ID & passport, not before giving up the residence permit he had until that moment. Here, our immigration solicitors in East London can guide and represent you in all the steps and procedures, including with the relevant authorities.

Why immigrate to the UK

UK offers plenty of opportunities for those in search of great standards of living, education, a proper health system, work, and development opportunities, to name a few. With the help of our London immigration lawyer, you can apply for the proper type of visa if you want to immigrate to the UK. The following aspects show a few of the reasons why you should immigrate to UK:

1. The healthcare system in the UK is recognized worldwide and comes with a series of benefits for those who live here. People have access to a great healthcare system.
2. A residence permit in the UK can be easily obtained.
3. The integration into communities in the UK is quite simple. Numerous non-profit organizations help foreigners properly integrate into UK.
4. There are many work opportunities in the UK, and skilled people can be remunerated in accordance with their experience and skills. Work permits can be easily obtained.
5. British citizenship can be obtained after living in the UK for at least 5 years. Then, foreigners will enjoy the same advantages as British citizens.

Legal advice and assistance are offered in request to EU and non-EU citizens who want to relocate to the UK. More than that, the new immigration rules after Brexit can be explained by our London immigration lawyer, so make sure you prepare your questions and inquiries.

Choosing our immigration lawyers in East London

Our experienced immigration solicitors in East London are at your disposal with complete legal assistance if you are interested in relocation. It is recommended to have the support and assistance of a skilled immigration solicitor in East London, especially for visa and work purposes in UK. They know the applicable legislation, and customers can rely on professionalism, confidence, and proficiency right from the start.

UK immigration statistics

Here are some facts and figures about immigration in UK:

• Around 898,000 immigrants were registered in 2025 in the UK.
• Over 2.2 million visitor visas were issued in 2025 in the UK.
• Over 100,000 asylum applications were registered in 2025.
• Data for 2024-2025 indicated over 11.4 million non-UK-born residents in England & Wales, representing around 19% of the total population.

Interested in the legal services offered by our immigration solicitors in London? You can contact us and find out how we can help you and how you can obtain a UK residence card.