Isabella Reynard

The UK Home Office is continuing the rollout of its digital immigration system , replacing physical documents such as Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) with secure electronic visas, or UK eVisas. This change affects many people living in Switzerland who are considering applying for a UK visa, as well as those already in the UK who need to manage their ongoing immigration status. Understanding how the eVisa system works, who it applies to, and what it means for your travel and legal rights is...

If you are a Swiss resident planning to join your British or settled partner in the UK under an Appendix FM spouse or partner visa, you must meet the financial requirement set by the UK Home Office. As of 2024, the minimum income threshold is £29,000 per year . There is no longer a separate financial requirement for children. For applicants whose partner (or the applicant themselves, if in the UK with work permission) is a company director of a specified limited company, specific evidential...

If you are a resident of Switzerland and planning to join your British or settled spouse or partner in the UK, you must meet the financial requirement under Appendix FM of the UK Immigration Rules. The current minimum income threshold is £29,000 , with no additional financial requirement for dependent children. The financial requirement can be met through employment, self-employment, savings, investments, or pension income. In this guide, we focus on how Swiss applicants can meet the...