Immigration Lawyers for UK Visa in Egypt
Looking for advice on how to relocate to the UK from Egypt? For the latest information on UK visas, including the eligibility requirements, payable fees, documents required and the application process?
Call us at +44 (0) 333 305 9375 or message us online. Our experienced advisors at Total Law can give you the expert advice you need to migrate to the UK from Egypt.
Why Should I Hire a UK Immigration Lawyer?
It can be challenging to navigate the UK immigration system when living overseas in Egypt. UK immigration laws can be complex and eligibility requirements often change to reflect updated policies.
Tight regulations mean often applications can often be rejected or refused if they do not meet the criteria.
However, opting for the services of a UK attorney who is experienced with applying from Egypt could help your situation and remove many of the potential problems applicants face when applying without legal assistance.
Moving from Egypt to the UK
The United Kingdom has been an attractive destination for Egyptians over the years. Many Egyptians move to the UK to study, work, or visit friends and family. Every year, over 2,000 Egyptian students move to the UK for studies. There are approximately 39,000 Egyptians who have settled permanently in the UK.
As an Egyptian citizen, you will need to apply for a UK visa to move to the UK. The type of visa you apply for depends on your reason for migrating to the UK and is it important to apply for the correct immigration pathway.
If you do not apply for the correct visa then your application to move from Egypt to the UK could be refused or rejected and this could impact on your long-term plans.
What UK Visa Can an Egyptian Citizen Apply For?
The most common UK visa Egyptians apply for is the UK visit visa. With this visa, Egyptians can tour, attend conferences, do business, take a short course, or visit relatives and friends living in the UK. This visa can be valid for up to 180 days and is ideal for those wishing to visit the UK as a tourist.
Other UK visa categories that Egyptians can apply for include:
Egyptians can also settle permanently in the UK if they meet the eligibility criteria. One primary criterion for permanent settlement is living in the UK for at least 5 years.
There are 2 major ways Egyptians settle permanently in the UK:
- Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) for permanent residence
- British citizenship for Egyptians who want to naturalise in the UK.
UK Visit Visa
Egyptians wishing to visit the UK for a short time can do so with a standard visitor visa.
This visa covers the following reasons for coming to the UK from Egypt:
- Tourism
- Business travellers can attend meetings and conferences and explore potential business partnerships.
- Visiting family and friends
- Enrol in a UK short course that lasts no more than 30 days
- To receive medical treatment
- Carry out volunteer work for no more than 30 days
To qualify for a UK visitor visa you will need to demonstrate the following:
- Evidence you plan to leave the UK at the end of your visit such as a return plane ticket to Egypt.
- Prove you can support yourselves and any dependents for the duration of your trip.
- Confirm you will not remain in the UK for extended periods by making successive or frequent visits.
Standard Visitor Visas cost £127 and are valid for up to 6 months. The average processing time is up to 3 weeks and you should not book travel until your visa application is confirmed.
For further information about applying for a UK visa Egypt contact the Total Law team today on +44 (0) 333 305 9375
Family Visa
There is also a provision for Egyptians to apply for a family visa to join their family members living in the UK.
Eligible family members that you can join are:
- Spouse or partner
- Fiancé(e) or a civil partner you are engaged to
- Parent
- Child
- Family member who will care for you due to old age or illness
UK Work Visa
There are many types of UK work visas. The one you should apply for depends on what you are moving to the UK to do. To get a standard UK work visa, you must have an employment offer from a licensed sponsor.
The most popular work visas Egyptians apply for are the Skilled Worker and Health and Care Worker visas. These visas are for permanent jobs and usually last 3 to 5 years.
Another category is temporary work visas, which include:
- Seasonal Worker visa
- Charity Worker visa
- Creative Worker visa
- International Agreement visa
- Government Authorised Exchange visa
- Religious Worker visa
Egyptians can apply for the Global Talent Visa if they meet the requirements. This visa does not need a job offer. However, you must be nominated by a relevant body in the UK.
To start a business in the UK, you can apply for the Innovator Founder visa.
If you have a job offer from an employer outside of the UK for a work or service to be rendered in the UK, you can apply for the following visas as it applies:
- Overseas Domestic Worker visa
- Global Business Mobility
- Representative of an Overseas Business visa
Other work visas that you can apply for as an Egyptian include:
- Minister of Religion visa
- Scale-up Worker visa
- International Sportsperson visa
- Frontier Worker permit
UK Study Visa
Egyptians can apply for a UK student visa if they wish to study in the UK. There are 3 kinds of study visas available for Egyptian citizens:
- The Student visa which is the standard visa for higher education
- The Child Student visa for primary or secondary education in the UK
- Short-term study visa for English language courses in the UK
How to Get UK Permanent Residency and Citizenship for Egyptians
Indefinite Leave to Remain (UK permanent residency)
Egyptians can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (UK permanent residency) or settlement. The ILR gives you the right to study, work or live in the UK permanently. To be eligible for ILR, you must have been on another visa in the UK. Indefinite leave to remain is the final step towards getting UK citizenship.
British Citizenship
Egyptian citizens with indefinite leave to remain can apply for British citizenship after a qualifying period. If you are married to a British citizen, you can apply for citizenship immediately after you getting ILR status.
The Home Office can take up to 6 months to process a British citizenship application and you may wish to consult a UK immigration lawyer to ensure there are no errors or mistakes in your application.
Common Challenges Faced by Egyptian Applicants and How Lawyers Can Help
The visa process can be challenging, and ensuring your application adheres to the stringent guidelines set out by the immigration authorities takes time. Our immigration lawyers can help you navigate these obstacles.
- Language barriers
We help overcome language barriers and can communicate with the immigration authorities for you to ensure a stress-free application
- Document verification issues
To meet the requirements, we help you provide certified, notarised translations of all your supporting documents.
- Urgent travel requirements
You may need to travel urgently, and without comprehensive instruction on the application process, it can be difficult to know where to start to obtain permissions. We can fast-track your application, ensuring a full review and a thorough check of supporting documents in as little as 24 hours.
- Immigration compliance
Complying with all the requirements for a visa application is among the biggest challenges people face. Missing one or providing incomplete documentation can result in a visa being refused. Our experienced immigration advisers are always up-to-date with requirements.
Steps to Take if a Visa Application is Refused and How Immigration Lawyers Can Help
It is important to act swiftly to address a visa application refusal to ensure the best possible chance of success when reviewing, appealing or reapplying.
Review the Refusal Letter
- Carefully read the refusal notice to determine the reasons for rejection. It might specify that you didn’t meet the financial requirements or have provided incomplete or insufficient documentation. Whatever your reason for rejection, you have 3 options available.
Decide Between Appeal, Reapplication, or Judicial Review
- Appeal: If you believe your visa refusal was unjust or based on weak evidence, you may appeal the decision. Lawyers can help you structure your appeal and present stronger evidence. They will frame your case based on legal arguments, such as human rights violations.
- Reapplication: If new evidence can be provided or mistakes in your original application can be corrected, reapplying may save time over appealing. Legal experts can review your new application to ensure all errors are corrected and that it meets UK visa requirements.
- Judicial Review: A judicial review could be the best action if you believe the refusal was due to procedural errors or unlawful decision-making. A lawyer can offer full support in challenging the legality of the Home Office’s decision-making.
Working with immigration lawyers can improve your chances of successfully overturning a visa refusal through expert guidance, accurate documentation, and evidence-based and precedence-based legal arguments.
How Can Total Law Help?
By choosing Total Law, you will be designated one of our knowledgeable lawyers who will support you throughout your immigration journey and can address any queries you may have about immigration matters.
Are you unsure which visa to apply for to move to the UK from Egypt? Total Law can help provide advice on the options available to you and any family members.
Contact our immigration advisors for expert advice on your UK visa application. We can help assess your eligibility, gather your documents, and estimate what it would cost you to move to the UK.
We can apply for a UK visa on your behalf. Our immigration lawyers are experts in UK immigration laws. We also have IAA – Immigration Advice Authority (previously OISC) registration, which means you can trust us to handle your application.
For more details about UK immigration or our services for those based in Egypt, call +44 (0) 333 305 9375 or message us online today.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You cannot do paid or unpaid work on a UK visitor visa. You are allowed to volunteer for 30 days, but that must be your sole aim of visiting the UK from Egypt.
The UK is open to immigration from Egypt. However, must meet the eligibility requirement for your immigration category to gain entry into the UK. Reach out to Total Law for more information about the criteria of UK visas.
