The rules are fine, they are fair we actually need tougher rules, 16,000 is nothing, that is peanuts. It's completely arbitrary. I'm earning just below the threshold (£17,000 salary) but I also volunteer on my University campus, for which I am provided with free accommodation. Because I don't pay r...

Thanks, I've had a read of that. It seems that we meet those requirements given that the owner of the accommodation (the university) has confirmed my residence in the accommodation. However, one thing that worries me is the stipulation regarding security. My licence to reside in the flat is renewed ...

Hi there, My wife is in the process of applying for a spousal visa in Russia. I'm employed at a University in the UK and part of the arrangement is that I act as a residential tutor, which means I am provided with a flat in student halls. There is no rent payable for this accommodation, just a small...