The Isle of Jersey has its own immigration rules. These rules are loosely based on the UK Immigration Rules but there are some important differences.
The types of family visas for Jersey are the same as for the UK:

• Spouse or partner visa
• Fiancé or proposed civil partner visa
• Parent of a child
• Adult

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It is received knowledge that if you are married to a British citizen, UK spouse visa is your default immigration option.
Although in the majority of scenarios this is the case, sometimes there are better options that shouldn’t be ignored.
Here are some tips on the five factors you have to bear in mind when…

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For holders of Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, Immigration Rules changed quietly in October 2023. The changes concern people who spend much time outside the UK but wish to protect their settled status in the UK or re-activate their settled status if it lapsed due to a prolonged absence.
Generally, indefinite leave to…

I am an American visiting my boyfriend in the UK. If we decide to get married, can I stay and apply for a British passport?This is a common question and I thought it may deserve a post.There is more than one side to it – the first is about getting married in the UK, the…

How frequently can I come to the UK as a visitor and how does the 180-day rule work?
You will find conflicting information on the internet as there is no hard and fast rule. However, if you have asked this question, here is information that may be helpful before you look further.
Visa nationals
For…

Immigration lawyers hear the same question day in and day out:  “can you help me to find a sponsor”?
Unfortunately, you have to find the sponsor yourself. But we can give you helpful tips on how to go about it.
Tip # 1
First of all, the sponsor is the business which will be willing…