The process of foreign nationals obtaining legal entry to the UK from abroad is known as Entry Clearance. Our team at Albany Solicitors is extremely experienced and knowledgeable and can provide in-depth knowledge to advise in assisting you in the preparation and submission of an application.   We can help…

Unfortunately, at times applications can be refused and a right of appeal provided.  The Appeals process can be lengthy and complex. Our team at Albany Solicitors is extremely experienced and knowledgeable and can provide in-depth knowledge to advise in assisting you in the preparation and submission of an appeal and…

You are a European Economic Area (EEA) national if you are a citizen of one of the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia,…

To remain in the UK for an extended amount of time, you must apply for an extension of stay or a new visa before the expiration of your current visa to avoid overstaying, unless certain specific exceptional criteria apply. This extension is known as ‘further leave to remain’ (FLR). Our…

‘Indefinite Leave to Remain’ (ILR) is a right granted to live permanently in the UK, and often referred to as ‘settlement’. You may apply for this leave after having lived in the country and contributed for a set amount of time while on a temporary visa. The amount of time…

Applying for British Citizenship via naturalisation is the most common way for adults to become British citizen, or by registration if you are a child.  Each category has different requirements that must be met. Our team at Albany Solicitors is extremely experienced and knowledgeable and can provide in-depth knowledge to…

The definition of an asylum seeker, or someone seeking asylum, is a person who has left their country, often suddenly, because they are faced with persecution, war or violence and cannot get protection there. At Albany Solicitors, we are proud of our track record in helping people find a safe…

Helping you understand and deal with matters linked to the UK Immigration Rules which are incredibly complex and change rapidly. Given the complexity, the large costs involved and the consequences if you get it wrong, why take a chance? There are many laws and rules that say who can come…