Denmark Resumes Suspended Permanent Residence and Family Reunification Cases Following Criminal Register Error

What changed

On 8 October 2026, the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) updated its guidance for the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). This amendment permits certain children, along with their primary carers, to retain their pre-settled status to ensure they can complete their education within the UK. The change is effective immediately and reflects updates to the broader Immigration Rules, providing continuity for specific educational circumstances under the EUSS.

What changed

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) has updated its internal guidance for caseworkers dealing with Long Residence applications. From 8 October 2026, this guidance makes it clear that if an application for permission to stay under the Long Residence route doesn't meet its specific eligibility or suitability rules, the Secretary of State *may* change it to an application under 'Appendix FM' (for family life) or 'Appendix Private Life'. This change is designed to offer a clear path for some applicants who might otherwise have their application refused. It allows their case to be considered under other immigration routes without them needing to pay a new application fee.

What changed

Immigration New Zealand has put a new mixed selection system in place for the Parent Resident Visa category, starting from 5 October 2026. This change means all valid Expressions of Interest (EOIs) are now in a single group. About 90% will be chosen from this group in the order they were submitted, like a queue, and the other 10% will be picked randomly. The yearly limit of 2,500 visa approvals remains the same, and the first selection under this new system is planned for 10 November 2026.

What changed

The Danish Agency for International Recruitment and Integration (SIRI) has updated its practice note on how it applies the 'rule of presumption' in processing applications for residence and work permits under certain business schemes. This revised note, published on 5 October 2026, outlines SIRI's current practice and includes an expanded review of presumption elements, based on recent decisions from both SIRI and the Immigration Appeals Board. It replaces the previous version from 2021, providing clearer guidance on the assessment criteria for these applications.