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With UK immigration, choosing the right UK Visa Expert is essential, given the complex procedures, the cost, and the timelines involved. So, you might not want to risk it! That’s when you turn to a UK Visa Expert. But how do you choose the right UK Visa Expert?

There are several elements involved in the visa application process, the key ones being:

• Choosing the right visa category
• Checking the eligibility criteria
• Providing relevant documents evidencing you meet the requirements
• Responding to the requests for evidence from caseworkers

And with something as important as a visa application, you naturally want to do it right the first time. Let’s talk about how you can determine whether a UK Visa Expert is right for you!

The internet is the answer to all! Even though a quick search for ‘an immigration law firm in India‘ or ‘immigration experts for the UK‘ will give you numerous results; how would you know which ones to pick?

You can start off by clicking on multiple websites and assessing them based on the following factors:

People take time to write a review on their experience with the firm, and that can generally be a good starting point. It’s always a good idea to take some time to review the experiences of other customers, good or bad, and see how the UK Visa Expert has responded to them. If there is a lot of feedback from clients who feel like they have been taken for a ride, then it’s a good idea to avoid the place. Google My Business, Facebook, and Trustpilot, all endeavour to provide an objective platform for genuine reviews.

Social Media – Social Media platforms are the most updated and almost organic resources to research an establishment. When looking for a UK Visa Expert, stalking their social media profile will give you a clear picture of their latest updates. An inconsistent page, with missing or incomplete information, may be a sign of fronting and untrustworthiness.

A good UK Visa Expert firm will be able to demonstrate strong domain knowledge with the qualifications and affiliations – Doing a security check, like confirming the authenticity of the UK Visa Expert, is a good idea. You can check for their licences and certifications on their website. This will validate the company’s value for time and money.

Once you have shortlisted a few UK Visa Experts of your choice, call them and ask queries that concern you regarding your visa application. This will give you an insight into how the UK Visa Expert functions, how much the UK Visa Expert knows about your case, and whether you are comfortable working with the UK Visa Expert.

You can ask them questions based on these lines:

• Do you specialize in Visas & Family immigration law? (or any other category relevant to your case)
• How many cases have you handled similar to mine?
• What’s the best strategy for my case?
• How much will it cost for you to represent me?
• What are my chances of success?

Some UK Visa Experts also charge a nominal fee for a consultation – if you are asking a UK Visa Expert to represent you in an immigration decision that is life-changing, it would be worth paying a bit and schedule a consultation, so you can experience first hand & in-depth information and connect with your representative. Often with law firms, time is a precious resource, and it’s only fair that they expect to be reimbursed for it.

It is tempting to fall for firms and professionals who can ‘guarantee’ an outcome –, however, whilst it is a good idea to be confident about the process, you should be cautious of service providers who make tall claims and lead you through a garden path (to visa disappointment). Look for a UK Visa Expert who will offer you realistic assessments, and is willing to put their advice in writing and deal with your matter with integrity.

Since immigration can be a tedious, time & money consuming process – not to mention a life-changing one the importance of choosing the right UK Visa Expert is pretty clear. Hiring a UK Visa Expert takes a lot of stress off your head, assuring a smooth immigration process. A good UK Visa Expert will effectively and efficiently help you navigate the maze of UK Immigration Laws and ensure that your application has the best possible chance of success.

You can look us up on the internet and make your decision based on the factors mentioned above.

We, at The SmartMove2UK, have helped more than 1,000 individuals and families to successfully move overseas! We have been consulting our clients online via Zoom, Skype, WhatsApp & are based in India – Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru. Furthermore, we also have offices in Mumbai & Delhi for in-person visits.

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