Birmingham Immigration Solicitors & Lawyers

Leading Immigration Lawyers in Birmingham

The Midlands is proud to be home to many migrant workers and foreign nationals arriving from overseas to work, study or live with their families. With such a diverse ethnic community, it is important for the Midlands to have access to well-established, dependable and experienced immigration legal specialists.

The Immigration Advice Service offers an exceptional service to the people of Birmingham and the Midlands. Our immigration lawyers are here to offer expert assistance in all areas of immigration law, including skilled worker visa applications, Spouse Visas and Family Visas, short-stay visas, student visas and settlement applications such as Indefinite Leave to Remain. Our Birmingham immigration lawyers also offer full support to asylum seekers and to those who have been detained.

The IAS team in Birmingham is led by the exceptionally talented Zeenat Karim, who has vast experience in immigration law from visa applications, all the way up to judicial review matters. The team of immigration solicitors at IAS Birmingham is friendly and vibrant and has experienced success in all areas of immigration and asylum including complex appeal work.

Whether you hope to come to the UK for a short period, or permanently for work, studying or to reunite with family, the IAS is here for you.

Immigration Advice Service (Birmingham)

156 Great Charles Street,
Queensway,
Birmingham
B3 3HN

Phone: 0121 718 7022

Why Do I Need an Immigration Lawyer in Birmingham?

If you choose to hire the services of immigration solicitors, you will give yourself the best possible chance of securing the outcome you are looking for. This is because lawyers for immigration understand what it takes to formulate a successful application.

UK visa and immigration application fees are usually high. If you make a mistake on your application, you will not be refunded for the fee of the application. Over the long-run, the whole process could prove to be a very costly one if you need to re-submit your applications. This makes getting it right the first time extremely important.

Through hiring an immigration lawyer in Birmingham, you can be confident in knowing that your application and supporting portfolio of evidence has been completed by immigration solicitors who fully understand the UK immigration system.

Our Birmingham immigration solicitors are highly experienced and have dealt with all forms of UK immigration applications. We will ensure that your application is completed to the very highest standard and adheres to all necessary Home Office administrative standards.

All our immigration lawyers are IAA-accredited, giving you peace of mind that you are dealing with highly qualified immigration legal experts.

IAA is the official accrediting body of the immigration advice industry. IAA-accredited immigration lawyers have an in-depth understanding of immigration, family, settlement and asylum law.

Why Should I Choose the IAS’ Immigration Lawyers in Birmingham?

Our services are unique, in that they are entirely catered around the client. This means that no matter how unique or complex your case is, our immigration lawyers will tailor their services to meet your needs.

Our industry-leading application package is the ideal option if you want to submit a UK immigration application of any kind. We will assign an immigration lawyer to your case who specialises in the specific area which your circumstances relate to. Your lawyer will discuss the application process with you and inform you of what you need to do and the next steps to take.

One of the key elements of any immigration application is the collection of documents for your portfolio of evidence. We will help you to source, gather and compile all of your supporting evidence to form your portfolio of evidence. With a clear and comprehensive portfolio of evidence, Home Office officials will be able to process your application quickly. This means that there won’t be any delays in the processing of your application.

Once your portfolio of evidence has been fully compiled and is ready for submission, your lawyer will complete your immigration application form.

We will also write a letter of representation to support your application. This acts as a cover letter, and it directly pleads your case to the Home Office, drawing on evidence from similar cases and citing relevant legislation. The letter of representation indicates to Home Office officials why your application should be approved, and it greatly improves your chances of a successful outcome. Your caseworker will liaise with the Home Office throughout the processing stage and will inform you of the application’s progress.

As well as our Birmingham office, you can also contact us at our offices in Leicester, London or Manchester. Alternatively, you can use our office finder to find your closest branch.

How Can Our Immigration Solicitors Help with Spouse Visa Application?

The Spouse Visa is perhaps the most popular UK immigration application of all. If you are a non-EEA national who is married to/in a civil partnership with a UK citizen or person with settled status, you could be eligible for the Spouse Visa. However, applying for a UK Spouse Visa can be a challenging process and therefore you are advised to seek support from our team of immigration lawyers to avoid potential delays or even denial.

With the Spouse Visa, you can remain in the UK for up to 30 months, and you can work and study in the UK without restrictions. You can also apply for a Spouse Visa extension, which grants permission to remain in the UK for a further 30 months.

If you want to apply for a Spouse Visa, you will need to fulfil a number of requirements. The Spouse Visa upholds strict eligibility criteria and you will need to provide substantial evidence to prove your eligibility.

The main requirements for the Spouse Visa are as follows:

• You must be at least 18-years-old
• You must be married or in a civil partnership which is recognised by UK law. (You will need to provide an official marriage/civil partnership certificate)
• You have lived together for at least two years
• You can prove that you have adequate accommodation to live in with your partner in the UK
• You have a combined annual income of at least £29,000
• If you are from a non-English-speaking country, you will need to pass an English language test unless you are exempt

If you are planning to apply for a Spouse Visa then get in touch with IAS to discuss our services and learn how our team of expert immigration lawyers Birmingham can ensure your application is support correctly. Please call us now on 0121 718 7022.

How Can Our Birmingham Immigration Solicitors Help with Your ILR Application?

Our Birmingham immigration solicitors can help you apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), which is a form of permanent residence. This means that with Indefinite Leave to Remain status, you will be able to remain in the UK without any immigration restrictions.

In most cases, you can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain after you have spent five years lawfully living in the UK. However, in certain circumstances you could be eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain sooner.

For instance, if you have been living under an Investor Visa or Innovator Visa, you will be eligible for Indefinite Leave to Remain after just three years of residence in the UK.

After you have lived under Indefinite Leave to Remain status for one year, you will be eligible for British citizenship. At this stage you will be able to apply for a British passport and enjoy the full benefits of British citizenship.

We can help you demonstrate you meet the main requirements for Indefinite Leave to Remain which as follows:

• Must have been a continuous UK resident for the relevant period of time
• During qualifying period, you must not have spent more than 90 days outside of the UK in any 12-month period
• You must not have broken any immigration conditions whilst you have been in the UK
• You need to pass the Life in the UK test. This is a series of multiple-choice questions based on the history, customs and culture of the UK
• If you are from a non-English-speaking country, you must be able to demonstrate that you can understand and communicate in English to at least a B1 level in accordance with the Common European Framework of Languages

The team of solicitors at IAS can provide a document checking service that will ensure you provide the correct evidence when submitting your ILR application and can liase with the UK Home Office on your behalf.

I Want to Hire an Overseas National. Can Your Immigration Lawyers Help Me?

Yes, the immigration solicitors at IAS Birmingham can provide advice and assistance to UK employers who wish to hire and overseas national.

The first thing you need to do as a business is apply for a sponsorship licence. By law, you must have a sponsorship licence to hire overseas nationals. We can provide expert guidance on the sponsor licence application.

If your sponsorship licence is accepted, you will have access to a sponsor licence management system. You need to assign individuals within your company to manage this system.

This system will enable you to start assigning certificates of sponsorship to your potential employees. They will need the unique certificate of sponsorship number when they apply for their work visa.

As an employer of overseas nationals, you must undertake certain responsibilities, including:

• Ensuring that your international employees have the necessary skills and qualifications to do the job
• Keeping copies of your workers’ professional accreditations
• Informing the UKVI of any changes of circumstances
• Informing the UKVI if your sponsored workers are not abiding by the conditions of the visa

I Want to Work in Birmingham. Which Visa do I Need?

Birmingham is one of the most vibrant cities to work in in the whole of the United Kingdom. With a rich industrial heritage alongside new and creative industries, it is no wonder that Birmingham attracts workers from across the world. In fact, Birmingham has recently been dubbed the ‘Silicon Canal’ because of its burgeoning tech industry.

If you are a non-EEA national, you need to apply for a work visa if you want to work in the UK. You must have received a job offer from a UK company in order to be eligible. The visa you need will depend on the particular circumstances of your job.

Skilled Worker visas are for those who have been offered long-term positions in the UK, where as the Temporary Worker Visa is for those who have been offered a short-term position in the UK.

The Skilled Worker visa category includes the following visas:

• Skilled Worker Visa – this visa is for those who have been offered a position in a skilled profession such as engineering, nursing or within the IT profession
• Senior or Specialist Worker Visa – If you have been offered a position in the UK branch of a multinational company, this is the visa you need to apply for
• Minister of Religion Visa – This is for those who have been offered a position within a UK faith-based community
• Sportsperson Visa – This is specifically for internationally recognised professional sportspeople

Our immigration lawyers are ready to work with you to remove the stress when applying for a UK visa. You will be assigned an immigration lawyer who will work with you to assess your needs, goals and eligibility for a visa to allow you to work in Birmingham.

Get in touch with our team today to learn more about our services and to take the first step towards your successful application.

Can Your Immigration Solicitors Help Me With A Student Visa?

Birmingham is a hugely popular destination for students all over the world. If you want to apply for a Student Visa to begin your journey as an international student in Birmingham, the Immigration Advice Service is here to help you.

With our application package, we will support you through the entire Student Visa application process, helping you to secure your UK Student Visa.

If you choose to hire our Birmingham immigration lawyers, we will maximise your chances of becoming an international student in the UK.

The main requirements for the Student Visa are as follows:

• You have been offered a place on a course
• You can demonstrate that you can understand and communicate in English to a certain level if you are not from an English-speaking country
• You have enough money to support yourself whist you in the UK and to pay for your course

What Other Services Our Birmingham Immigration Solicitors Offer?

As well as our application package, we also offer a number of other services to those seeking immigration advice and assistance in Birmingham and the Midlands.

These packages are:

• Advice package. If you are seeking expert professional immigration legal advice, this is the option for you. This can act as the first step in your journey to securing your UK visa.
• Fast-track application package. If you need your UK immigration application completing as quickly as possible, this is the option for you
• Appeal package. If you want to challenge a Home Office decision on your application, whether through an administrative review or full legal appeal, the IAS is here for you
• Emergency support. If you require emergency immigration legal assistance, we can offer full support
• UK immigration advice for businesses. If you want to hire an overseas national, we can help you with the full process, including sponsor licence applications and the duties you must fulfil as an employer of a foreign national

If you would like some more information on any of our packages or services, please call us now on 0121 718 7022.