Pending existing application if laws changes

[bob919]

Hello,

Can somebody enlighten me about what happened, if somebody's application was submitted say 2 years ago and still underconsideration and the law change say today.

My question is: will the application be based on todays law or will it be based on the date that the application was submitted?

[vinny]

The Immigration Rules applicable to an immigration decision are, in the absence of transitional provisions or any contrary legitimate expectation, the rules in force at the date of the decision. Nathwani [1979-80] Imm AR 9 remains good law.

[bob919]

The Immigration Rules applicable to an immigration decision are, in the absence of transitional provisions or any contrary legitimate expectation, the rules in force at the date of the decision. Nathwani [1979-80] Imm AR 9 remains good law.

Thanks Vinny