BUSINESS VISAS TO THE UK

BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS VISA TO THE UK

The Barristers & Solicitors Visa permits individuals to come to the UK and set up a practise. A Barristers & Solicitors Visa may be granted for a period of 12 months. This visa is extendable, assuming all relevant requirements are satisfied, and it may eventually lead to permanent residence and British Nationality.

DO I QUALIFY FOR A BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS VISA TO THE UK?

Our Free Barristers Solicitors Visa Eligibility Assessment is designed to instantly determine if you are eligible to live and work in the UK.

• UK VISA ELIGIBILITY ASSESSMENT

YOUR UK VISA PREFERENCE	YOUR STATUS
TITLE Select Title Mr. Mrs. Miss. Ms. Dr. Prof. GIVEN NAME / FIRST NAME FAMILY NAME / LAST NAME	EMAIL NOMINATE A PASSWORD CONFIRM PASSWORD
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BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS VISA BASIC REQUIREMENTS

The Barristers & Solicitors Visa is considered under a special concession by the UK Authorities. This visa type permits individuals to come to the UK and set up a new practise.

In order to qualify for this Visa it is essential to present evidence of admission to the Roll of Solicitors or admission to the Bar of England and Wales, Northern Ireland or Scotland to demonstrate their status as qualified lawyers.

To qualify under the Barristers & Solicitors Visa category you must meet certain requirements such as bringing funds into the UK, however there is no strict requirement to create new jobs. You must be actively involved in managing the practise with no other employment.

You must be able to financially maintain and accommodate yourself and any dependants.

BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS VISA ENTITLEMENTS

Applicants applying for a Barristers & Solicitors Visa may be granted leave for a period of 12 months. Subject to meeting certain criteria the Home Office may extend the applicant's stay for 12 months at a time to complete five years. This category may lead to permanent residence and British Nationality.

Dependants such as your married partner or civil partner and children under the age of 18 may be able to accompany you on your application. They may also be able to work without any restrictions.

BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS VISA PROCESSING TIME AND COSTS

BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS	OUTSIDE THE UK (ENTRY CLEARANCE)	INSIDE THE UK (FLR)
Government Application Fee	£200	£395
Advanced Migration Service	£199
Premium Migration Service	£999
PROCESSING TIMES	1-12 weeks	4-14 weeks
ADVANCED MIGRATION SERVICE Apply for this visa with help from a registered Migration Consultant. PREMIUM MIGRATION SERVICE Let a Migration Consultant manage your visa application for you.