Visas
ILR in 5 Years or 10 Years? The New Earned Settlement Rules for 2026-2027
The UK is raising standard ILR from 5 to 10 years under Earned Settlement. High earners: 3 years. Refugees: 20 years. Rules as of 29 Sep 2026.
Settle Path| Sep 29, 2026
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O-1 Visa or EB-1A Green Card: Which One Fits a Founder or Professional
O-1 needs 3 of 10 criteria and moves faster; EB-1A grants permanent status but wants 5-6 criteria. Compare sponsorship, taxes, and processing times.
Talent Passeport| Sep 29, 2026
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O-1 Visa Instead of H-1B: How to Get a US Work Visa Without the Lottery
The O-1 visa has no annual cap and no lottery, and you can file year-round. Who files the petition, what evidence counts, and how O-1 leads to a green card.
Petition Ledger| Sep 29, 2026
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UK Right to Work Checks From October 1, 2026: Who's Affected and What the Fines Are
From October 1, 2026, UK right to work checks extend to gig workers, contractors and the self-employed. Fines run up to £60,000 per worker.
Benefit Watch| Sep 29, 2026
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Visa Bulletin for October 2026: EB2 India Is Back, Rest of World Retrogresses
Yes: EB2 India reopened in the October 2026 Visa Bulletin, but EB1/EB3 worldwide retrogressed nearly 2 years. Full filing vs. final action date breakdown.
Cap Register| Sep 29, 2026
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Bride's medical exam is expiring: visa delayed due to consulate pause
Brazilian spouse completed every step and got approval, but the consulate won't issue the visa. Medical documents expire on October 15.
Spousal Ledger| Sep 29, 2026