# Nara Solicitors — Full LLM Reference

> Nara Solicitors Ltd is an SRA-regulated law firm (SRA #8006464) specialising in UK immigration, family, and employment law, based in Canary Wharf, London.

Website: https://narasolicitors.com/
Email: info@narasolicitors.com
Phone: +44 2045764977

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## About

Nara Solicitors is led by Mr Sukhvinder Singh Nara, a dual qualified lawyer admitted as an Advocate in India (2005) and as a Solicitor in England & Wales (2010). The firm provides expert legal representation across business immigration (sponsor licences, compliance, judicial review), individual immigration (skilled worker, spouse, student, settlement visas), family law (divorce, inter-country adoption), and employment law. The firm was nominated for the International Bar Association Pro Bono Award in 2020.

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## Immigration Services — Individuals

- [Skilled Worker Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/skilled-worker-visa-application/): The Skilled Worker visa allows non-UK nationals to work in eligible skilled roles. It replaced Tier 2 (General) and can lead to settlement after 5 years. The minimum salary threshold is generally £38,700 or the going rate for the role.
- [Spouse Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/spouse-visa/): UK partner and spouse visa applications. Requires evidence of a genuine relationship and meeting the financial requirement. Initially granted for 33 months with a route to settlement after 5 years.
- [Student Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/student-visa/): Applications for studying at UK institutions with a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) from a licensed sponsor.
- [Standard Visitor Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/standard-visitor-visa/): Short-term visas for tourism, business meetings, medical treatment, or family visits. Usually granted for up to 6 months.
- [Graduate Route Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/graduate-route-visa/): Post-study work visa allowing UK graduates to stay and work for 2 years (3 years for PhD graduates) without a sponsor.
- [Global Talent Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/global-talent-visa/): For leaders and emerging talent in science, humanities, engineering, arts, and digital technology. No job offer required.
- [Innovator Founder Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/innovator-founder-visa/): For entrepreneurs establishing an innovative, viable, and scalable business in the UK. Requires endorsement from an approved body.
- [Health and Care Worker Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/health-and-care-worker-visa/): A dedicated route for doctors, nurses, and social care professionals with reduced fees and faster processing.
- [Self Sponsorship Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/self-sponsorship-skilled-worker-visa/): Set up your own UK company, obtain a sponsor licence, and sponsor yourself on a Skilled Worker visa.
- [Global Business Mobility Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/global-business-mobility-visa/): For overseas businesses transferring senior managers, specialists, or employees to a UK branch.
- [Dependant Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/dependant-visa/): Bring your spouse, partner, and children under 18 to the UK while on an eligible visa route.
- [Adult Dependant Relative Visa](https://narasolicitors.com/adult-dependant-relative-visa/): For elderly or incapacitated relatives who require long-term personal care.
- [Indefinite Leave to Remain](https://narasolicitors.com/indefinite-leave-to-remain/): Settlement (permanent residence) in the UK after 5 years of continuous lawful residence on most routes. Requires Life in the UK test and English language evidence.
- [Further Leave to Remain](https://narasolicitors.com/further-leave-to-remain/): Extend your current visa before it expires while building towards settlement eligibility.
- [British Citizenship](https://narasolicitors.com/british-citizenship-naturalisation/): Naturalisation as a British citizen after holding ILR for at least 12 months and meeting residence and character requirements.
- [EUSS Applications](https://narasolicitors.com/euss-applications/): EU Settlement Scheme applications for EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens and their family members.
- [Fee Waiver Applications](https://narasolicitors.com/fee-waiver-applications/): Apply for a fee waiver where financial hardship or destitution applies.
- [Same Sex Partner Applications](https://narasolicitors.com/same-sex-partner-applications/): Immigration applications for same-sex partners and civil partners under the same rules as opposite-sex couples.
- [Private Life & Human Rights](https://narasolicitors.com/private-family-life-human-rights/): Article 8 ECHR claims for family and private life where standard immigration routes are not available.
- [Seven Year Route](https://narasolicitors.com/seven-year-route-applications/): Settlement for children who have lived continuously in the UK for 7 years.
- [Ten Year Route](https://narasolicitors.com/ten-year-route-applications/): ILR through 10 years of continuous lawful residence in the UK.
- [Home Office Interview Training](https://narasolicitors.com/home-office-interview-training/): Preparation for Home Office interviews in immigration applications.

## Immigration Services — Businesses

- [Sponsor Licence Application](https://narasolicitors.com/skilled-worker-sponsor-licence-application/): Apply for a UK Sponsor Licence to hire overseas workers. Includes preparing supporting documents, compliance systems, and the application itself.
- [Certificate of Sponsorship](https://narasolicitors.com/certificate-of-sponsorship-applications/): Assigning Certificates of Sponsorship to workers once your licence is active. Includes defined and undefined CoS applications.
- [Sponsor Licence Compliance Audit](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsor-licence-compliance-audit/): HR compliance reviews to ensure your organisation meets Home Office sponsorship duties and avoids enforcement action.
- [Sponsor Licence Revocation](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsor-licence-revocation/): Urgent legal assistance when facing revocation. We issue Pre-Action Protocol letters and apply for judicial review to challenge decisions.
- [Sponsor Licence Suspension](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsor-licence-suspension/): Responding to suspension notices and preparing representations to the Home Office.
- [Sponsor Licence Refusals](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsor-licence-refusals/): Challenge refused sponsor licence applications through review or reapplication.
- [Re-application After Revocation](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsor-licence-reapplication-after-revocation/): Reapply for a sponsor licence after the cooling-off period following revocation.
- [Pre-Licence Compliance](https://narasolicitors.com/pre-sponsor-licence-compliance/): Prepare HR systems, processes, and documentation before applying for a sponsor licence.
- [CoS Application Delays](https://narasolicitors.com/cos-application-delays/): Resolving delays in Certificate of Sponsorship requests.
- [CoS Refusal Legal Challenge](https://narasolicitors.com/cos-refusal-legal-challenge/): Legal challenge of refused CoS applications.
- [SMS Management](https://narasolicitors.com/sms-management/): Ongoing Sponsorship Management System administration support.
- [SMS Level 1 User Training](https://narasolicitors.com/sms-level-1-user-training/): Training HR teams to use the SMS effectively and compliantly.
- [Sponsorship Record Keeping](https://narasolicitors.com/sponsorship-record-keeping-duties/): Duties for maintaining compliant records for sponsored workers.
- [Leave, Absence & Wages](https://narasolicitors.com/leave-absence-wages-sponsored-workers/): Rules and reporting requirements on leave, absence, and pay for sponsored workers.
- [Airport Representations](https://narasolicitors.com/representing-employee-at-airport/): Emergency legal support representing sponsored employees at the airport.
- [TUPE & Mergers](https://narasolicitors.com/tupe-sponsor-licence-mergers/): Sponsor licence transfers during corporate mergers, acquisitions, and TUPE transfers.

## Industry Sectors

- [Health & Social Care](https://narasolicitors.com/health-and-social-care/): Immigration solutions for NHS trusts, care homes, and healthcare providers sponsoring overseas staff.
- [Information Technology](https://narasolicitors.com/information-technology/): Sponsor licence and visa support for technology companies hiring international developers, engineers, and specialists.
- [Financial Services](https://narasolicitors.com/financial-services/): Immigration services for banks, insurers, and fintech companies recruiting globally.
- [Professional Services](https://narasolicitors.com/professional-services/): Sponsoring accountants, consultants, lawyers, and other professionals from overseas.
- [Engineering & Construction](https://narasolicitors.com/engineering-and-construction/): Immigration for construction firms and engineering companies needing specialist overseas workers.
- [Hospitality & Food Services](https://narasolicitors.com/hospitality-and-food-services/): Sponsor licence compliance for hotels, restaurants, and catering businesses.
- [Manufacturing](https://narasolicitors.com/manufacturing/): Sponsoring skilled manufacturing and production workers from overseas.
- [Retail](https://narasolicitors.com/retail/): Immigration support for retail businesses recruiting overseas managers and specialists.

## Employment Law

- [Employment Law](https://narasolicitors.com/employment-law/): Clear, practical employment law advice to both employers and employees. We advise employers on disciplinary and grievance procedures, dismissals, redundancy, restructuring, TUPE, contracts, policies, discrimination and settlement agreements, including businesses employing sponsored workers. For employees we advise on unfair and wrongful dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, maternity rights, redundancy, unpaid wages and settlement agreements. We represent clients in ACAS Early Conciliation and Employment Tribunal proceedings. Employment claims are subject to strict time limits, so early advice is essential.

## Family Law

- [Family Law Services](https://narasolicitors.com/family-law/): Comprehensive family law advice covering divorce, inter-country adoption, registration of overseas adoptions, and British citizenship for adopted children.
- [Divorce Applications](https://narasolicitors.com/divorce-applications/): No-fault divorce applications in England & Wales under the procedure introduced in April 2022. The process takes approximately 6-7 months.
- [Inter-Country Child Adoption](https://narasolicitors.com/inter-country-child-adoption/): Legal guidance on adopting a child from overseas, navigating both the country of origin and UK legal requirements.
- [Registration of Overseas Adoption](https://narasolicitors.com/registration-overseas-adoption/): Register an overseas adoption in the UK, whether under the Hague Convention or through a UK adoption order.

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## Frequently Asked Questions

**What areas of law does Nara Solicitors cover?**
Nara Solicitors specialises in UK immigration law (both individual and business immigration), family law (divorce and adoption), and employment law. The firm is SRA-regulated and based in Canary Wharf, London.

**How do I book a consultation?**
Visit https://narasolicitors.com/book-consultation/ to schedule a consultation online through the firm's booking system, or call +44 2045764977.

**What is the minimum salary for a Skilled Worker visa?**
The general salary threshold for a Skilled Worker visa is £38,700 or the going rate for the specific occupation, whichever is higher. Some roles qualify for tradeable points which may lower the threshold.

**How long does it take to get Indefinite Leave to Remain?**
Most visa routes require 5 years of continuous lawful residence before you can apply for ILR. You must also pass the Life in the UK test and meet English language requirements. The UK government has proposed changes from April 2026.

**Can Nara Solicitors help if my sponsor licence is being revoked?**
Yes. The firm acts urgently to issue Pre-Action Protocol letters and apply for judicial review in the High Court to challenge revocation decisions. Time is critical — acting within days significantly improves outcomes.

**What is the financial requirement for a Spouse visa?**
The sponsoring partner must demonstrate a minimum income at the level set by the Immigration Rules at the time of application. The threshold increased in 2024. Cash savings above a set level can supplement income.

**Does Nara Solicitors help with no-fault divorce?**
Yes. The firm assists with no-fault divorce applications in England & Wales. The process typically takes 6-7 months from application to final order, including a mandatory 20-week reflection period.

**Can I sponsor myself on a Skilled Worker visa?**
Yes, through the self-sponsorship route. You set up a UK limited company, apply for a sponsor licence for that company, and then the company sponsors you as a Skilled Worker. Nara Solicitors advises on the full process.

**Where is Nara Solicitors located?**
Nara Solicitors is based at Spaces Canary Wharf, 25 Cabot Square, London E14 4QZ. Consultations are also available remotely.

**Is Nara Solicitors regulated?**
Yes. Nara Solicitors Ltd is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA number 8006464).


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## Blog

**Page**: https://narasolicitors.com/blog/

Articles covering UK immigration law, visa applications, sponsor licences, family law, employment law, legal news, and case success stories. Content is organised by categories and tags with full-text search available.

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### All Published Posts

- [What a Home Office Compliance Officer Asked My Client and Why Every Sponsor Should Prepare for It](https://narasolicitors.com/blog/what-a-home-office-compliance-officer-asked-my-client-and-why-every-sponsor-should-prepare-for-it/): During a recent compliance audit, I was with a client when the Home Office Compliance Officer put a question to them that I think many sponsors would struggle to answer. (2026-10-08)
- [No More Unchecked Gig Workers: Employers Now Risk £60,000 Fines and Up to 5 Years in Prison](https://narasolicitors.com/news/employers-now-risk-60000-fines-and-up-to-5-years-in-prison/): From 1 October 2026, right to work checks extend beyond employees to people working under a worker's contract, individual sub-contractors and online matching services. Businesses that fail to carry ou (2026-10-01)
- [Success Story: Global Talent Visa Granted with Dependants](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/success-story-global-talent-visa-granted-with-dependants/): Our client's Global Talent visa application has been approved, with their dependants granted alongside them. The family now has permission to stay in the UK until 27 September 2031. (2026-10-01)
- [Home Secretary Signals Possible Rethink on 15-Year Settlement Rule for Care Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/news/home-secretary-signals-possible-rethink-on-15-year-settlement/): Speaking at Labour conference in Liverpool on 28 September 2026, Shabana Mahmood said the government would "come to a position that balances fairness" on its indefinite leave to remain reforms, after  (2026-09-28)
- [Sponsor Licence Revocation Overturned for Care Provider with Around 45 Sponsored Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-revocation-overturned-for-care-provider-with-around-45-sponsored-workers/): A regulated care provider had its Sponsor Licence revoked with immediate effect after Home Office concerns about working hours, pay and reporting duties. Following representations under the Judicial R (2026-09-23)
- [Self-Sponsorship Success Story for a Paralegal with the Help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/self-sponsorship-success-story-for-a-paralegal-with-the-help-of-nara-solicitors/): A one year old company has been granted a sponsor licence after a Home Office compliance interview, with a Certificate of Sponsorship allocated to sponsor its 49% shareholder as a paralegal. Self-spon (2026-09-18)
- [Man Charged Under New Law for Advertising Illegal Immigration Services Online](https://narasolicitors.com/news/man-charged-under-new-law-for-advertising-illegal-immigration-services-online/): A 24-year-old man from the West Midlands has been charged with advertising illegal immigration services online. The National Crime Agency says it is the first charge under this new offence as part of  (2026-09-16)
- [TUC Calls on Government to Rethink Immigration Reforms for Migrant Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/news/tuc-calls-on-government-to-rethink-immigration-reforms/): Unions are pushing the government to soften its proposed changes to settlement rules, which could see migrants in non-graduate jobs, including care workers, wait 15 years for indefinite leave to remai (2026-09-16)
- [Congratulations to Anmol on Passing the SQE](https://narasolicitors.com/news/congratulations-to-anmol-on-passing-the-sqe/): Anmol has passed the Solicitors Qualifying Examination while continuing his work with our team. (2026-09-08)
- [Big Update: Modern Slavery Victims on Skilled Worker Visas Can Leave Abusive Employers and Work Elsewhere](https://narasolicitors.com/news/modern-slavery-victims-on-skilled-worker-visas/): On 3 September 2026 the Home Office laid a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules which, according to the accompanying ministerial statement, will allow Skilled Worker visa holders who entered  (2026-09-03)
- [£16,000 Recovered for a Client Who Was the Victim of a Fraudulent Certificate of Sponsorship](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/16000-recovered-for-a-client-who-was-the-victim-of-a-fraudulent-cos/): Our client was offered a job in the UK and told what she had to pay to secure it. She paid over £16,000 and was given a Certificate of Sponsorship that turned out to be fraudulent. The full amount was (2026-08-25)
- [Student Sponsorship ( Visa ) Withdrawal Reversed: University Agrees to Issue New CAS After Urgent Legal Representations](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/student-sponsorship-visa-withdrawal-reversed/): A university reconsidered its decision to withdraw a final-year student's sponsorship and confirmed a new CAS, allowing her to continue her studies and protect her Graduate Route eligibility. (2026-08-19)
- [New Sponsor Licence Granted with 4 CoS Following a Change in Company Shareholding](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/new-sponsor-licence-granted-with-4-cos-following-a-change-in-company-shareholding/): After a change in the company's shareholding, the existing sponsor licence was made dormant and a fresh application was submitted. The new sponsor licence has now been granted, along with an allocatio (2026-08-19)
- [Additional Certificates of Sponsorship Granted for Our Client](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/additional-certificates-of-sponsorship-granted-for-our-client/): Our client, an existing sponsor licence holder, needed additional Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) to continue recruiting skilled migrant workers. We helped them prepare and submit their application, (2026-08-17)
- [New Sponsor Licence Granted for Care Provider Following Change of Circumstances](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/new-sponsor-licence-following-change-of-circumstances/): After a shareholding change triggered a requirement for a brand new sponsor licence application, we secured approval for our care sector client in just over a week under the Home Office priority servi (2026-08-13)
- [Sponsor Licence Reinstated for Domiciliary Care Provider After Revocation](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-for-domiciliary-care-provider-after-revocation/): A domiciliary care provider had its sponsor licence revoked in February 2026. Following legal proceedings, the Home Office reinstated the licence to the register of licensed sponsors under a sealed co (2026-08-13)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted in Just 3 Days for an Off Licence Retail Store](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-off-licence-retail-store/): A UK off licence retail store secured its sponsor licence in just 3 days, allowing the business to hire skilled migrant workers without delay. (2026-08-06)
- [Global Talent Visa Expanded: More Than 100 UK Companies Can Now Back World-Class Researchers](https://narasolicitors.com/news/global-talent-visa-expanded-more-than-100-uk-companies/): From 6 August 2026, more than 100 research-intensive companies, including AstraZeneca, Jaguar Land Rover and Riverlane, can host and support researchers under the Global Talent visa through the UKRI e (2026-08-06)
- [Job Opportunity: Care Workers (2 positions) – Domiciliary Care Company, Crawley](https://narasolicitors.com/external-jobs/care-workers-2-positions-domiciliary-care-company-crawley/): Our client, a domiciliary care company based in Crawley, is looking for two female Care Workers. (2026-08-05)
- [Job Opportunity: ⁠Chef – Care Home, Telford](https://narasolicitors.com/external-jobs/job-opportunity-chef-care-home-telford/): Skilled Worker Visa holders already in the UK – Employer Switch (2026-08-05)
- [What Happens If My Sponsor Licence Is Revoked? A 2026 Guide for UK Employers](https://narasolicitors.com/blog/what-happens-if-sponsor-licence-is-revoked/): If your sponsor licence is revoked, your business loses the right to employ sponsored workers, their visas are cut short, and you face a cooling-off period before you can reapply. This guide explains  (2026-08-01)
- [UK-India CETA Service Supplier Visa Explained (2026): Who Qualifies, the 1,800-Place Cap and the New 12-Month Stay](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-india-ceta-service-supplier-visa/): The UK-India trade agreement came into force on 15 July 2026, opening the Service Supplier visa to Indian professionals in more than 25 sectors. Stays can now run up to 12 months, with a separate annu (2026-07-18)
- [India Young Professionals Scheme: Final 2026 Ballot Opens 21 July. Here Is How to Enter](https://narasolicitors.com/news/india-young-professionals-scheme-final-2026/): The India Young Professionals Scheme ballot of 2026 opens at 1:30pm IST on Tuesday 21 July and closes at 1:30pm IST on Thursday 23 July. Entry is free, and selected applicants get 90 days to apply for (2026-07-17)
- [Home Office May Exempt 1.6 Million Migrants from the 10-Year ILR Rule, The Times Reports](https://narasolicitors.com/news/home-office-may-exempt-migrants-from-the-10-year-ilr/): Migrants who arrived in the UK since 2021 could keep the five-year route to indefinite leave to remain under a compromise being considered by the Home Office, but they may face a longer wait before th (2026-07-13)
- [New Rule: UK-Born Children of Graduate Route (PSW) Visa Holders Can Now Apply as Dependants](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-born-children-of-graduate-route-psw-visa-holders-can-now-apply-as-dependants/): The Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules HC 259, laid before Parliament on 9 July 2026, allows a child born in the UK during a parent's Graduate route permission to apply as a dependant and be gr (2026-07-09)
- [New Immigration Rule: People on Immigration Bail Can Now Apply for Permission to Stay if the Exception for Overstayers Applies](https://narasolicitors.com/news/people-on-immigration-bail-can-now-apply-for-permission-to-stay/): Under the Statement of Changes HC 259, laid before Parliament on 9 July 2026, an application will not be refused solely because the applicant is on immigration bail, provided the applicant is eligible (2026-07-09)
- [They Came Looking for Someone Else: Couple's Visas Cancelled After Home Office Raid, Won Back with Our PAP](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/visas-cancelled-after-home-office-raid-won-back-with-our-pap/): A husband and wife had their permission to stay in the UK cancelled with immediate effect after a Home Office enforcement raid at their apartment. The officers were looking for someone else. Following (2026-07-08)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted: A Glazing Company Is Now Ready to Hire Skilled Migrant Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-a-glazing-company/): A UK glazing company secured sponsor licence and can now hire skilled migrant workers under the Skilled Worker visa route with help of Nara Solicitors. (2026-07-04)
- [Celebrating Lakshay Tomar Qualifying as a Solicitor](https://narasolicitors.com/news/celebrating-lakshay-tomar-qualifying-as-a-solicitor/): We are proud to share that Lakshay Tomar, a member of the NARA Solicitors team, has qualified as a solicitor of England and Wales. (2026-07-03)
- [Right to Work Checks Are Expanding on 1 October 2026: What It Means for Employers in the UK](https://narasolicitors.com/news/right-to-work-checks-are-expanding-on-1-october/): From 1 October 2026, right to work checks will reach beyond employees to cover workers, subcontractors and gig economy staff for the first time. For sponsor licence holders, this widens an already hig (2026-07-01)
- [Visitor Visa Granted After an Earlier Refusal](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/visitor-visa-granted-after-an-earlier-refusal/): Our client wanted to bring his mother to the UK on a visitor visa. An earlier application, made without legal help, had been refused. We took on the case and the visa was granted. (2026-06-29)
- [Care Provider's Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Revocation](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-providers-sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-revocation/): A care provider's sponsor licence was revoked in March 2026. Following representations and supporting evidence from our team, the Home Office reconsidered the case and reinstated the licence. (2026-06-25)
- [UK Government unveils visa reimbursement scheme and concierge service for high-growth firms](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-government-unveils-visa-reimbursement-scheme-and-concierge-service-for-high-growth-firms/): The UK Government has announced a new package of support to help Britain's fastest-growing businesses attract and retain international talent, including a scheme to reimburse visa costs and a bespoke  (2026-06-10)
- [Certificate of Sponsorship Secured for Returning Client Ahead of a Visa Deadline](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/certificate-of-sponsorship-secured-for-returning-client-ahead-of-a-visa-deadline/): A returning client needed a Certificate of Sponsorship quickly for a new employee whose visa was about to expire. After a priority request and an additional information request from the Home Office, t (2026-06-09)
- [Skilled Worker Visa Granted Within Two Working Days](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/skilled-worker-visa-granted-within-two-working-days/): Our client received a successful decision on her Skilled Worker visa application within just two working days of her biometric appointment, allowing her to continue working in the UK with a new employ (2026-06-03)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted in 24hrs for AC Installation Company, With a CoS Allocated](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-in-24hrs-for-ac-installation-company-with-a-cos-allocated/): An air conditioning installation and services company secured its Skilled Worker sponsor licence just one day after submitting supporting documents under the priority service, along with one Certifica (2026-06-01)
- [Home Office Reverses Refusal of 21 Undefined CoS Request After PAP Challenge](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/home-office-reverses-refusal-of-21-undefined-cos-request-after-pap-challenge/): Our client's request for 21 Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship was refused without explanation. We challenged it through Pre-Action Protocol correspondence, and the Home Office accepted the decisio (2026-05-26)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted with 2 CoS After Previous Revocation and Refusal](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-with-2-cos-after-previous-revocation-and-refusal/): A client who had their Sponsor Licence revoked in May 2024, and then refused on their first reapplication after the cooling off period, has now been granted a fresh Sponsor Licence with 2 Certificates (2026-05-22)
- [Job Opening: Business Sales Executive](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/job-opening-business-sales-executive/): This role involves managing the client onboarding journey, conducting software demonstrations, supporting users with implementation, and collaborating with internal teams to ensure an excellent client (2026-05-15)
- [Who stays and who leaves the UK on a Skilled Worker visa? What the new government report tells employers and migrants](https://narasolicitors.com/news/who-stays-and-who-leaves-the-uk-on-a-skilled-worker-visa/): The report tracks 916,000 migrant journeys between 2014 and 2024. It breaks down stay rates by industry, occupation, age, salary, gender, nationality, and UK region. Below we summarise the key finding (2026-05-12)
- [NARA Solicitors welcomes Lakshay Tomar to the team](https://narasolicitors.com/news/nara-solicitors-welcomes-lakshay-tomar-to-the-team/): We are pleased to announce that Lakshay Tomar has joined NARA Solicitors as an Immigration Paralegal, strengthening our litigation and advisory capacity as the firm continues to grow. (2026-05-06)
- [From Skilled worker visa to ILR by way of Self sponsorship: Our Client Secured Settlement with Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/from-self-sponsorship-to-ilr-our-client-secured-settlement-with-nara-solicitors/): Our client has been granted Indefinite Leave to Remain after a journey that took him from student to Skilled Worker, then to business owner and 100% shareholder of his own UK company under the self-sp (2026-04-28)
- [Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Revocation via PAP with help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-revocation-via-pap-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): Our client's sponsor licence was revoked after a CoS was assigned to a brother-in-law, and later reinstated following a successful PAP challenge. (2026-04-28)
- [3 Additional Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship Granted for Care Provider](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/3-additional-undefined-certificates-of-sponsorship-granted-for-care-provider/): Our client, a care provider, was granted 3 additional undefined Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) in the Skilled Worker route, allowing them to continue recruiting care workers without delay. (2026-04-27)
- [UCoS Refusal Overturned via PAP After Home Office Admits Error](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/ucos-refusal-overturned-via-pap-after-home-office-admits-error/): Our client's request for three additional Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship was rejected by the Home Office. Following our Pre-Action Protocol, the home office reviewed the decision and confirmed  (2026-04-25)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted the Very Next Day for a property rental company](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-the-very-next-day-for-a-property-rental-company/): A franchise property rental company secured their sponsor licence the very next day after submitting supporting documents, with a Certificate of Sponsorship allocated immediately so they could hire th (2026-04-15)
- [Sponsor Licence Revocation Overturned: Home Office Withdraws Decision After Our PAP Challenge](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-revocation-overturned-home-office-withdraws-decision-after-our-pap-challenge/): The Home Office withdrew its decision to revoke our client's Skilled Worker sponsor licence after we submitted a Pre-Action Protocol challenging the revocation. The licence will be reinstated within 2 (2026-04-14)
- [How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Skilled Migrant Worker in 2026?](https://narasolicitors.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-a-skilled-migrant-worker-in-2026/): A full breakdown of UK employer costs for hiring skilled migrant workers in 2026, covering sponsor licence fees, Certificate of Sponsorship, Immigration Skills Charge. (2026-04-05)
- [7 Additional Certificates of Sponsorship Granted for Care Provider With Help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/7-additional-certificates-of-sponsorship-granted-for-care-provider/): A care provider successfully obtained 7 additional Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) with the help of Nara Solicitors, at a time when CoS refusals for care providers are increasingly common due to hei (2026-04-02)
- [Care Provider Maintained Sponsor Licence After Home Office Compliance Check With Help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-provider-maintained-sponsor-licence-after-home-office-compliance-check-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): A care provider approached Nara Solicitors after receiving a compliance check request from the Home Office. We conducted an internal compliance audit, reviewed all required documentation, and prepared (2026-04-01)
- [Job Opening: Legal Assistant](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/job-opening-legal-assistant/): We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Legal Assistant to support our legal team in delivering efficient and high-quality legal services. (2026-03-31)
- [Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Administrative Court Ordered Home Office to Act](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-administrative-court-orders-home-office-to-act/): A sponsor licence revocation challenged through judicial review in the Administrative Court. The Court granted a mandatory injunction requiring the Home Office to reinstate the licence immediately, fi (2026-03-26)
- [Job Opening: Immigration & Employment Lawyer](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/job-opening-immigration-employment-lawyer/): We are looking for an Immigration and Employment Lawyer to join the NARA Solicitors team. You will work directly with clients and support the Principal Solicitor across both immigration and employment (2026-03-26)
- [Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Revocation for Care Provider via PAP](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-revocation-for-care-provider/): A care provider whose sponsor licence was revoked over an alleged salary shortfall had it fully reinstated within 14 days, after Nara Solicitors submitted legal representations to the Home Office. (2026-03-23)
- [Nara Solicitors Wins Three Awards at the Legal Growth Awards 2026](https://narasolicitors.com/news/nara-solicitors-wins-three-awards-at-the-legal-growth-awards-2026/): Nara Solicitors and founder Sukhvinder Singh Nara received three recognitions at the Legal Growth Awards 2026, held on 17 March in Grantham, including Small Business of the Year. (2026-03-19)
- [New Job role Open: Business Development Manager](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/new-job-role-open-business-development-manager/): We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to grow our international student practice. (2026-03-17)
- [Sponsor Licence Retained After Home Office Compliance Check](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-retained-after-home-office-compliance-check/): The Home Office contacted our client with concerns over sponsored workers' salary payments as part of a compliance check. Our team responded on their behalf and the licence has been retained (2026-03-13)
- [Home Secretary Reiterates Stand on UK Immigration Reforms in Speech on 5 March 2026](https://narasolicitors.com/news/home-secretary-reiterates-stand-on-uk-immigration-reforms-in-speech-on-5-march-2026/): Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood's 5 March 2026 speech at the IPPR made her intent clear: a longer path to settlement, tougher conditions, and new rules that she proposes to apply to those already in th (2026-03-05)
- [Shabana Mahmood Says New ILR Rules Are Intended to Apply Retrospectively to Skilled Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/news/shabana-mahmood-confirms-retrospective-operation-of-new-settlement-rules/): According to The Times, the Home Secretary said that the government intends the proposed changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) to apply retrospectively to migrants already living and working in  (2026-03-02)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted Again After Previous Revocation Along With 20 CoS](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-again-after-previous-revocation-along-with-20-cos/): Our client's sponsor licence was revoked in October 2024. After over a year of legal representations and overcoming a wrongful Home Office refusal, our client was granted a new sponsor licence along w (2026-02-24)
- [UK Visitor Visa Goes Digital: No More Visa Stickers from 25 February 2026](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-visitor-visa-goes-digital-no-more-visa-stickers-from-25-february-2026/): From 25 February 2026, UK visit visa applicants will no longer receive a physical visa sticker in their passport. All visitor visas will be issued as digital eVisas only. (2026-02-24)
- [Care Provider Maintains A-Rating After Home Office Compliance Visit](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-provider-maintains-a-rating-after-home-office-compliance-visit/): A care provider maintained its A-rating after a Home Office compliance visit following a comprehensive mock audit conducted by NARA Solicitors. No action was taken against the licence and sponsored wo (2026-02-17)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted to Photography and Branding Company with Help of NARA Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-to-photography-and-branding-company/): A photography and branding company secured their sponsor licence without a Home Office compliance audit. Our team successfully responded to additional information requests, resulting in a smooth appro (2026-02-11)
- [4 Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship (UCoS) Granted for Care Provider](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/4-undefined-certificates-of-sponsorship-ucos-granted-for-care-provider/): A care provider client has been granted 4 Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship (UCoS), allowing them to recruit skilled migrant workers to meet growing demand for care services. (2026-02-03)
- [Pizza Store Gets Sponsor Licence with Help of NARA Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/pizza-store-gets-sponsor-licence-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): A pizza store successfully obtained their sponsor licence after an hour-long Home Office pre-licence compliance interview. The licence was approved within three hours of the interview concluding. (2026-01-23)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted for Care Provider with Previously Revoked Licence](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-for-care-provider-with-previously-revoked-licence/): Care provider, client of ours successfully obtained a new sponsor licence just 3 days after submitting supporting documents, despite having their previous licence revoked in August 2024. The licence i (2026-01-22)
- [Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Suspension for Health and Social Care Provider](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-suspension-for-health-and-social-care-provider/): With the help of NARA Solicitors, a health and social care provider gets their sponsor licence reinstated after suspension following a Home Office compliance visit. (2026-01-19)
- [Care Provider Maintains A-Rating for Sponsor Licence After Home Office Compliance Audit](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-provider-maintains-a-rating-after-home-office-compliance-audit/): A care provider maintained their sponsor licence A-rating following a Home Office compliance visit, after NARA Solicitors conducted a mock audit that identified gaps and did many improvements to their (2026-01-15)
- [£7,169 Saved for a Father & Son – Successful Fee Waiver Outcome](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/7169-saved-for-a-father-son-successful-fee-waiver-outcome/): A father and his child secured a successful immigration fee waiver, with all application fees and Immigration Health Surcharge waived, totalling £7,169. (2026-01-11)
- [6 Additional Undefined CoS Granted for Domiciliary Care Provider](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/6-additional-undefined-cos-granted-for-domiciliary-care-provider/): A domiciliary care provider successfully obtained 6 Undefined Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 6135 Care Workers. (2026-01-10)
- [Success Story: Care Provider's Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Suspension](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/success-story-care-providers-sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-suspension/): A domiciliary care provider's sponsor licence was reinstated with an A-rating after the Home Office raised serious concerns, including a mandatory revocation ground. Jobs were saved and sponsored work (2026-01-09)
- [Skilled Worker Visa English Requirement Increases to B2 from Today ( 8th Jan )](https://narasolicitors.com/news/skilled-worker-visa-english-requirement-increases-to-b2-from-today-8th-jan/): From today (8 January 2026), new Skilled Worker visa applicants must demonstrate English at CEFR Level B2 instead of B1. Here is what you need to know about the new requirements. (2026-01-08)
- [Additional Certificate of Sponsorship Obtained for Bed & Breakfast Company](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/additional-certificate-of-sponsorship-obtained-for-real-estate-company/): A Bed & Breakfast company is granted an additional Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for a Business Development role, allowing them to hire a skilled migrant worker for their team. (2026-01-08)
- [10-Year Visit Visa Granted for Parents of Skilled Worker Visa Holder](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/10-year-visit-visa-granted-for-parents-of-skilled-worker-visa-holder/): Our client's parents were granted 10-year visit visas to the UK, despite the client holding a Skilled Worker visa with limited leave to remain. This case busts several common myths about long-term vis (2026-01-06)
- [Skilled Worker Visa Application Success After Pre-Action Protocol](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/skilled-worker-visa-application-success-after-pre-action-protocol/): Our client had her Skilled Worker visa application stuck with no update from the Home Office for over three months. After we submitted a Pre-Action Protocol against the delay, she received her success (2026-01-05)
- [Success Story - Graduate Route ( PSW ) Refusal Overturned](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/success-story-graduate-route-psw-refusal-overturned/): This case is a strong reminder that refusals are not always final, and that well-prepared Administrative Reviews can correct flawed decisions. (2026-01-03)
- [A Year of Trust, Growth, and Gratitude: A Message from Our Founder](https://narasolicitors.com/blog/2025-message-from-our-founder/): A year-end message from our founder reflecting on the journey so far, thanking everyone who believed in us, and sharing our vision for becoming a full-service law firm powered by technology and a dedi (2025-12-31)
- [Plumbing Company Secures Sponsor Licence within 12 Hours with Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/plumbing-company-secures-sponsor-licence/): Our client, a plumbing company, has successfully secured a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence in just 24 hours with the support of Nara Solicitors. (2025-12-23)
- [We are Hiring Employment Law Solicitor - Apply Now](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/we-are-hiring-employment-law-solicitor-apply-now/) (2025-12-17)
- [Sponsor Licence Granted for Tech consulting company with help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-granted-for-tech-consulting-company-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): Our client, a tech consulting company, has successfully secured a Sponsor Licence with help of Nara Solicitors to hire skilled migrant worker. (2025-12-17)
- [How much does it cost an employer to sponsor a Skilled Worker?](https://narasolicitors.com/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-an-employer-to-sponsor-a-skilled-worker/): This guide explains the true cost of sponsoring a Skilled Worker in the UK, breaking down employer paid Home Office fees and employee visa costs, while clarifying what is and is not included. It is de (2025-12-16)
- [Earned Settlement: What Does £50,270 Taxable Income Means? Home Office Clarifies the Threshold](https://narasolicitors.com/news/earned-settlement-does-50270-mean-income-home-office/): Updated clarification from the Home Office resolves widespread confusion on earned settlement, In a written response to NARA Solicitors, the Home Office Policy Team confirmed this now. (2025-12-13)
- [Care Provider’s Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Revocation](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-providers-sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-unfair-revocation/): A care provider’s sponsor licence was revoked without any prior suspension, placing the organisation at immediate risk. After reviewing the decision, NARA Solicitors challenged it through the Pre Acti (2025-12-10)
- [Hiring for Creative Video Intern (Cinematography Focus) - Paid Internship](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/creative-video-intern-cinematography-focus/): We are launching a new video podcast series designed to demystify the law and engage with our community. We believe corporate content doesn’t have to look "corporate," and we are looking for a visual  (2025-12-06)
- [We Are Hiring: Business Development Manager](https://narasolicitors.com/jobs/we-are-hiring-business-development-manager/): Nara Solicitors is seeking a Business Development Manager who can help the firm strengthen its profile, build new client relationships, and support long term growth. You will work closely with the tea (2025-12-06)
- [Care Provider Gets Sponsor Licence Again After Revocation with the Support of NARA Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-provider-gets-sponsor-licence-again-after-revocation-with-the-support-of-nara-solicitors/): A care provider, client of ours has successfully regained its Sponsor Licence after a previous revocation, securing approval without a Home Office audit or interview, with full support from NARA Solic (2025-12-02)
- [UK Firms Hit with Over £28m in Fines for Illegal Workers in Just Three Months](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-firms-hit-with-over-28m-in-fines-for-illegal-workers-in-just-three-months/): Home Office releases its latest enforcement data, revealing that employers were slapped with over £28 million in civil penalties for illegal working breaches between April and June 2025 alone. (2025-11-29)
- [Immigration Skills Charge to increase by 32% from 16 December 2025. Act now](https://narasolicitors.com/news/immigration-skills-charge-to-increase-by-32-from-16-december-2025-act-now/): The higher Immigration Skills Charge will only apply to Certificates of Sponsorship assigned on or after 16 December 2025. Employers with skilled migrant candidates ready for sponsorship should assign (2025-11-27)
- [A Care Provider Obtained 4 Additional COS (Certificate of Sponsorship) with help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/a-care-provider-obtained-4-additional-cos-certificate-of-sponsorship-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): 🎉 Success Story: A care provider, client of ours, successfully obtained 4 additional certificates of sponsorship (CoS) to hire skilled migrant workers, these are granted without any additional inform (2025-11-24)
- [Sponsor licence reinstated following Pre-Action Protocol representations](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-reinstated-following-pre-action-protocol-representations/): A care provider’s sponsor licence was suspended and their CoS allocation request was refused, placing pressure on their staffing plans. After our Pre Action Protocol challenge, the Home Office lifted  (2025-11-21)
- [Most migrants would face a ten year path to settlement under new government plans](https://narasolicitors.com/news/latest-settlement-rules-uk-face-a-ten-year-path-to-settlement/) (2025-11-20)
- [Domiciliary Care Provider Secured Sponsor Licence with help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/domiciliary-care-provider-secured-sponsor-licence-with-5-cos-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): The organisation had previously held a Sponsor Licence from 10 August 2022 until it was revoked on 28 October 2024. Following that revocation, the Home Office imposed a twelve month cooling off period (2025-11-20)
- [Care Provider's Sponsor Licence Reinstated After Suspension with Help of Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/care-providers-sponsor-licence-reinstated-after-suspension-with-help-of-nara-solicitors/): When the Home Office suspended a care provider’s Sponsor Licence, their business and staff were at immediate risk. (2025-11-18)
- [4 Additional CoS Granted to a Restaurant & Takeaway Business to Hire Skilled Migrant Workers](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/4-additional-cos-granted-to-a-restaurant-takeaway-business-to-hire-skilled-migrant-workers/): A restaurant and takeaway chain client of ours successfully obtained additional Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) to hire skilled migrant workers with the help of Nara Solicitors. (2025-11-10)
- [Latest UK Graduate visa (PSW) changes: Everything you need to know](https://narasolicitors.com/news/latest-uk-graduate-visa-psw-changes-everything-you-need-to-know/): If you apply graduate visa on or after 1 January 2027, you will only get 18 months (1.5 years), unless you have a PhD or doctoral degree, which still gets 3 years. (2025-10-27)
- [Sponsor Licence Refusal Overturned through PAP](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/sponsor-licence-refusal-overturned-through-pap/): The cooling-off period has been waived so a new application can proceed immediately. The application fee will be refunded. (2025-10-17)
- [UK Announces Major Visa Changes: PSW Reduced to 18 Months, Stricter English Tests, and Higher Funds for Students](https://narasolicitors.com/news/uk-psw-cut-to-18-months-students/): The UK government has announced sweeping visa reforms that tighten rules for both international students and skilled workers. The changes include reducing the Graduate Route ( PSW ) stay to 18 months, (2025-10-14)
- [Construction Company Secures Sponsor Licence with Nara Solicitors](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/construction-company-secures-sponsor-licence-nara/): Our client, a construction company, has successfully secured a Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence after a previous refusal when they applied independently. With expert support from Nara Solicitors, the bu (2025-10-04)
- [Migrants must ‘prove their worth’ to settle in UK, says Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood](https://narasolicitors.com/news/migrants-must-prove-their-worth-to-settle-in-uk/): On the eve of Labour’s annual conference in Liverpool, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has pledged to cut migration numbers and introduce stricter rules for settlement. Under her plan, migrants seeking (2025-09-28)
- [Self Sponsorship – Less than a Year Old Footwear Startup Secures Sponsor Licence in 24 Hours](https://narasolicitors.com/success-stories/less-than-a-year-old-footwear-startup-secures-sponsor-licence-in-24-hours/): A footwear startup, less than a year old has secured a Sponsor Licence in just 24 hours through priority service. With guidance from Nara Solicitors, the founder can now sponsor himself in his company (2025-09-18)

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