If you scroll through TikTok or YouTube in search of immigration advice, you will inevitably find influencers promoting the "Secret Hack" of Skilled Worker Self Sponsorship. The pitch is seductive: "Register a limited company in the UK, make yourself the Director, sponsor yourself, and get a visa!" In 2026, this advice is not just misleadi

  If you scroll through TikTok or YouTube in search of immigration advice, you will inevitably find influencers promoting the "Secret Hack" of Skilled Worker Self Sponsorship. The pitch is seductive: "Register a limited company in the UK, make yourself the Director, sponsor yourself, and get a visa!" In 2026, this advice is not just misleadi

  If you scroll through TikTok or YouTube in search of immigration advice, you will inevitably find influencers promoting the "Secret Hack" of Skilled Worker Self Sponsorship. The pitch is seductive: "Register a limited company in the UK, make yourself the Director, sponsor yourself, and get a visa!" In 2026, this advice is not just misleadi

  In a world that is increasingly interconnected, the United Kingdom stands as a central hub for global commerce, education, and family life. For many, the dream of living in Britain is powerful, driven by the promise of stability, career growth, and a vibrant culture. However, the path to realizing this dream is often fraught with obsta

  Think of your journey to UK settlement as a single, five-year project. Your first visa was "Phase 1: Project Initiation." You proved your relationship was genuine, and you proved your partner's finances. You were approved. You are now at the 2.5-year mark. Welcome to "Phase 2: The Mid-Project Audit." This is the spouse visa extension, kno