The UK’s digital-only immigration system is putting people at risk. New report from @the3million.bsky.social show eVisa errors, technical issues & inability to prove your rights. Our latest article breaks down the legal consequences and what must change 👇 www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 Through partnership with Scotland’s Migration Service and 10+ organisations, we’ve helped 100+ advisers across Scotland better understand the support available for migrants. Together, we’re making immigration support more accessible and inclusive. 📖 Learn more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

ILR is an important milestones in a UK immigration journey. The 2025 White Paper proposes: ➡️ Longer settlement routes ➡️ Stricter requirements ➡️ Proof of community and NI contributions Nothing has changed yet, but it’s important to stay informed. 🔗 Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Thinking about applying for a UK family visa? We’ve answered the most common questions, from eligibility and costs to processing times and work rights. Learn more in our latest Knowledge Centre article. Clear, simple and up to date guidance: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

“No party can out-right the right.” Labour’s suspension of the refugee family reunion route leaves women and children at greater risk. Our director @cldesira.bsky.social reflects on what this means, as a lawyer and a second-generation migrant. Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢The Government has paused Refugee Family Reunion applications from 4 Sept 2025 Instead of building a compassionate system, this move keeps families separated and risks forcing people into unsafe routes to be with loved ones 📖 Read more in our article: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

🇪🇺➡️🇬🇧 Our client Judith thought her long absence from the UK during COVID-19 meant losing her chance at settled status under the EU settlement scheme. 🙌With our help, her application was successful! Read her story: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Incredible feedback from our client 🙌 ⚖️ We’re grateful that clients like Cristina trust us to support them through their complex immigration journeys. Well done to Robbie one of our excellent caseworkers, for his work on this case. 🔗 See how we can support you: www.seraphus.co.uk/personal-leg...

📢A new UK-France “migrant deal” came into force this week. It will significantly impact people arriving in the UK to seek asylum, and the rights of migrant in the UK. Read more about this offshoring style scheme and why we are concerned out its implementation: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 We’re hiring! We’re looking for a Solicitor/Senior Immigration Caseworker to us. If you have 2+ years experience in immigration casework and want to contribute to training, partnerships and policy projects, we want to hear from you. 🗓 Apply by 7 Sept 🔗 www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Thinking about working in the UK? 🇬🇧✈️ Whether you’ve got a job offer or are just starting your search, our latest blog breaks down the UK work visa process — step by step. See: 📄 different visa types 📋 application process ⚠️ updates on recent rule changes 🔗 www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢On 22 July, the Government’s proposed changes to the UK’s immigration system came into effect. For businesses and workers, these changes are critical, reshaping access to the UK’s primary employment-based route. 🔗Read more and see how we can support you: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 New EUSS absence rule: Good news for pre-settled status holders The Home Office announced has important a welcomed change to the EU Settlement Scheme absence rule for pre-settled status holders. 👉 Read our latest article to understand what’s changing: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 BRP holders: Changes from June 2025 From June, you are no longer be able to use BRPs to prove your immigration status when travelling. Our latest article explains: ✅ What’s changing ✈️ How it affects travel 🖥️ How to set up an eVisa 👉 Read the full update: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

🌍 This #RefugeeWeek we’re celebrating community as a superpower! 🏃‍♀️💙 💬Our latest article reflects on how that superpower comes to life through Sanctuary Runners Brighton — an inspiring initiative uniting people through the simple act of running side by side: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Our theme this year for Refugee Week is 'Community as a Superpower'. As bell hooks says “We can begin the process of making community wherever we are. We can begin by sharing a smile, a warm greeting, a bit of conversation; by doing a kind deed or by acknowledging kindness offered to us.”

🇬🇧Planning to apply for British citizenship? We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help you understand and prepare for the application process Need help? Our Immigration lawyers can help you at any stage of the process. Want to learn more, start here: 👉 www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Thanks to everyone who attended our Rights Thematic meeting yesterday. Some really insightful presentations from @theseraphus.bsky.social and @bswaid.bsky.social. Our next meeting is on the 3rd July and details are on our website migrationpolicy.org.uk/network/

📢 From February 2025, Seraphus is coordinating the Civil Society #EUSS Alliance—a network of 100+ orgs supporting EU citizens navigate the UK immigration system. Support is still urgently needed and we’re here to help amplify the work of the sector. 🔗 Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

⚖️ AI is now being used in the UK asylum system — but is it helping or harming fairness? From summarising interviews to influencing enforcement, new tools raise serious questions. Our latest article asks: Innovation or injustice? 🔍 Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

The UK’s Labour government says it’s “restoring control.” But the new White Paper reveals a harsh system that risks harming families, students, workers, and communities. Read more in our latest article by @cldesira.bsky.social: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

A small mistake in Sokha’s visa form almost cost them their path to settlement. We fixed the error, built a stronger case, and saved them years of delays and extra fees. 👉 Legal advice matters. Read how we helped: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce... 🤝 Need help? Contact us today.

🚨 New right to work rules are targeting the gig economy—making life harder for migrant workers already living in precarity. A “compliant environment” meant to exclude is now reaching further. Read what this means—and why it matters in our latest article: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 UK immigration fees rising from April 2025 The Home Office has confirmed major fee increases, including: 🔹 Certificate of Sponsorship +120% 🔹 Indefinite Leave to Remain £3,029 🔹 Student visa £524 🔹 ETA £16 Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 The legal aid system is at breaking point. Years of underfunding have left it unsustainable, and harder for those in need to access immigration advice and representation. At Seraphus, we see legal aid as essential, so we’ve responded to the gov’s consultation: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

🚨 Applying for ILR? Your time outside the UK matters! If you’ve been away for holidays or work, you should track your absences. Our article covers: ✅ ILR and continuous residency ✅ How to calculate absences ✅ How to minimise the impact of absences 📖 Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A reliable, experienced and professional team!” ⚖️ We’re grateful that clients like Yulia trust us to support them through their immigration journeys. Well done to Anna, our Legal Services Manager, for her work on this case. 🔗 See how we can help you: www.seraphus.co.uk/personal-leg...

📢 We’re hiring a Community Outreach Worker (Scotland-based internship) This position is a great opportunity for students living in Scotland, passionate about supporting migrant communities. 👉Paid internship 👉 Hybrid, 2 days per week 📩 Learn more and apply: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Latest post from us: eVisa ‘grace period’ allowing travel with an expired biometric residence permit extended to 1 June 2025 | Sonia Lenegan

The latest @ukhomeoffice asylum statistics are out. "We are living in an increasingly unstable world," where many have no choice but to flee their homes. What do the numbers tell us? 🧵

📢 ILR or British citizenship – which is right for you? 🤔 For long-term UK residents, choosing between ILR and British citizenship is a big decision. 🔗Our latest guide breaks down the key differences, benefits, and considerations: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce... #BritishCitizenship #ILR

The immigration system set up after Brexit is a mess. The government needs to recognise they’ve inherited a deeply flawed system, which still has at its heart hostile environment policies which are not fit for purpose. www.bigissue.com/news/employm...

📢If you’re looking to hire international workers, holding a valid sponsor licence is essential. 📚To avoid refusals or losing your licence, you must stay on top of your sponsor obligations. 🔗Learn how to prevent common pitfalls in our latest article: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Similar to the firm, I have also decided to step away from X. The platform no longer feels like a safe or constructive space. Looking forward to engaging here instead! Read more about why the firm has left X on our website below 👇

As couples and families celebrate their love this #ValentinesDay, we're joining @rfuk.bsky.social and a coalition of organisations, to highlight how the #HostileEnvironment is preventing people from loving whoever they choose #LoveInLimbo 🧵

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re grateful for all the positive feedback our clients provide! ⚖️ Very happy we were able to support this client successfully through their complex visa application. Well done to our solicitor Alex for his excellent work! See how we can help you: www.seraphus.co.uk/personal-leg...

🚨The government’s new immigration bill claims to fix a broken system—but continues to focus on punishment rather than solutions. Detention, surveillance, and criminalisation will not stop migration—it will only cause more harm. Read our latest article for more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Exciting new Info & Comms vacancy at award-winning Settled! Applications welcome to join our exciting team to provide impactful comms for EU citizens & Ukrainians, helping us raise the voices of people seeking a home in the UK affected by Brexit & the war in Ukraine.👇 settled.org.uk/job-vacancy-...

🇪🇺EU Settlement Scheme update! 📢From late January, the Home Office will begin automatically convert some pre-settled status holders to settled status. But what does this mean for pre-settled status holders? We break it down in our latest article👇 🔗 www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

Government U-turn means Ukrainian parents who left children behind can now bring them to the UK - Settled's lawyers have worked so hard on this issue over the last year. www.gov.uk/guidance/chi...

Join @freemovement.bsky.social and our Legal and Policy Manager, Chris Benn for a webinar on the latest developments for pre-settled status holders under the EU Settlement Scheme. 📆 12 February 🕣 11 AM - 12 PM Register below 👇

As we await the government's Border Security, Asylum & Immigration Bill, we ask everyone to remember this: "Border security" and "Asylum" are not the same thing. We'll be interrogating this bill fully...

The cruel Safety of Rwanda Act has been officially SCRAPPED! 👏 We’re extremely pleased that the Government has kept its promise to get rid of the cruel scheme. This is great news. 1/2

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We’re grateful for all the positive feedback our clients provide! ⚖️ Very happy to have supported this client successfully through their immigration process. Well done to our solicitors for their efficient and professional work! See how we can help you: www.seraphus.co.uk/personal-leg...

📢We’re stepping away from X. The platform hasn’t been a safe space for some time, and recent actions by its owner during the presidential inauguration are the final straw. We look forward to engaging with everyone on this platform moving forward. Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

📢 Interested in making a difference? Settled, a brilliant organisation supporting EU Citizens in the UK is looking for new trustees to join their Board. This is a great opportunity to contribute to their important work. Find out more and apply: settled.org.uk/recruiting-n...

📚In our first article of 2025, we look back at some of the most notable changes to UK immigration law in 2024. ⚖️From a new government, to visa fees and salary threshold changes, to the introduction of eVisas, there was plenty to cover. Read more: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

🌟 Wrapping up 2024 🌟
It’s been a year of growth, collaboration, and meaningful impact at Seraphus, supporting individuals and communities through expert immigration advice. Here’s to 2025! 🌍✨ Read the reflection on the past year from our Director: www.seraphus.co.uk/knowledge-ce...

🎄Our holiday office hours: Our office will be closed from 25/12/2024 to 2/01/2025. Please note, we won’t complete any application checks or video consultations during this time. We will resume services upon our return. Wishing you a wonderful holiday and a happy New Year! ✨

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “A firm that really does want to help people!” ⚖️ We’re grateful that clients like Felipe trust us to support them on their immigration journey. Well done to Alex, one of our solicitors, for his work on this case. See how we can help you: www.seraphus.co.uk/personal-leg...