How to get married in the UK
In the excitement of agreeing to get hitched, you may not yet have had time to contemplate how you go about making this legal, in other words, how you officially get married in the UK. The following guide on “How to get married in UK” looks at the legal process of getting married in a […]
Student Dependent Visa for the UK
One of the advantages of being an international student in the UK is that under existing rules, you are allowed to bring certain family members with you under the student dependent visa. However, in May 2023, the UK Government announced plans to restrict access to the student dependent route only to post-graduate research routes. This […]
How to Complete C100 Form
Where parents are separating, there can often be disagreement as to the custody or contact arrangements for their children. In these cases, a formal application may need to be made to the court by one parent for a Child Arrangement Order using Form C100. The following article to the C100 form looks at the nature […]
Surrogacy Laws: Rights of Parents & Surrogates
Surrogacy is an arrangement where a woman agrees to carry a baby for someone else, usually where that person is unable to conceive or carry a baby for themselves. Using a surrogate or agreeing to become a surrogate is a huge life decision, making it important for those involved to understand their legal rights before […]
How to Move to the UK
The United Kingdom remains a highly desirable relocation destination. With a high quality of life and education, a strong economy, stable political and social systems and a unique, rich, cultural heritage, Britain holds huge appeal for foreign nationals looking to start a new life in a different country. The logistics of an international move to […]
Why study in the UK?
The United Kingdom is a popular choice of students from around the world looking for high-quality educational experiences. From ancient institutions such as Oxford University and the University of St Andrews to cutting-edge, modern universities like the London School of Economics and the University of Manchester – the UK has options for every preference and […]
How to Give Proof of Settled Status
EU settled status is the official term for the permission granted to qualifying EEA and Swiss citizens and their relatives, allowing them to live and work in the UK on a permanent basis under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). Those with settled status may be required to prove their status in certain circumstances, such as […]
Child Arrangement Order: Essential Guidance
A child arrangement order is a court order stipulating who has primary care of the child(ren), and the nature of any contact with the non-resident parent or wider family members. It is not uncommon for divorcing or separating parents to struggle to reach an agreement about child custody or contact, especially if the separation has […]
Grandparents’ Rights to Contact with Grandchildren
The role of a grandparent has become increasingly important in modern family life. When a family dispute comes in the way of that relationship, do grandparents have any rights to protect access to their grandchildren? Do grandparents have the right to see their grandchildren? The current legal positioning England and Wales is that only people with […]