Travelling as a Dual British Citizen After 25 February 2026: Avoiding “Computer Says No” From 25 February 2026, dual British citizens meet a new kind of border: the airline’s computer. If that system does not recognise you as British or clearly having right of abode for a UK‑bound flight, “computer says no” can mean you
No British passport, no entry? What dual citizens need to know for 2026 Last updated: February 2026 From 25 February 2026, many perfectly ordinary dual British citizens are going to discover – usually at check‑in, with children and hand luggage in tow – that the UK now cares very much which passport they use. If
British Citizenship: Is It Worth It? Citizenship isn’t about what it gives you tomorrow. It’s about what it protects you from in thirty years. You’re buying certainty in a world where immigration rules change, governments change, and your circumstances change. Is that insurance policy worth £1,580 and the hassle? For some people, absolutely. For others
How to Prove Love to a Bureaucrat: The Science of Evidential Weight I once attended a Home Office marriage interview. The husband said he loved Arsenal. The wife said she supported Tottenham. He said he liked salsa dancing; she preferred merengue. He loved spicy food; she couldn’t stand it. The interview officer called them back
Earned Settlement (ILR) from 2026: What the New Rules Mean and What You Should Do Now Last updated: February 2026 The UK government is proposing a fundamental change to how people qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).From April 2026, the current system — where many migrants can settle after 5 years — is expected to be replaced
Graduate to Skilled Worker Visa (2025–2026) Can I Switch From a Graduate Visa to a Skilled Worker Visa Under the New Rules? Switching from a Graduate visa to a Skilled Worker visa is now far more tightly controlled than it was before July 2025. Having a job offer or a sponsoring employer is no longer