News
Stay informed with the latest news, updates, and insights from SAIAS. Discover important immigration updates, service announcements, and helpful information to keep you informed about changes in UK immigration law and policy.
Exciting New Service: UKVI E-Visa Account Creation Assistance for Just £50
Southern Affordable Immigration Advice Service (SAIAS) is promoting a new assistance service for individuals needing help creating UKVI e-visa accounts. The service costs £50 and helps users navigate the account setup process before the transition from Biometric Residence Permit cards in January 2025.
Celebrating One Year Of Outstanding Immigration Service
On 12 May 2024, SAIAS marked its inaugural anniversary as a specialized immigration service supporting the community's immigration needs.
Replacement Biometric Residence Permit
SAIAS can now help clients with replacement BRP applications at an affordable rate of £153.
Happy New Year
SAIAS celebrates its first year of operations, having supported over 450 clients since launching in May 2023.
Subject Access Requests
SAIAS now processes Subject Access Requests to the Home Office for the low cost fee of £16.
New Outreach Opened
SAIAS is partnering with CLEAR Project to provide free immigration advice sessions in the Southampton area.
Official Launch Of Saias
Citizens Advice Portsmouth launched its new Social Enterprise immigration service, SAIAS, on 12 May 2023, to expand affordable immigration advice services for vulnerable community members.
2000 Clients And Counting
Southern Affordable Immigration Advice Service celebrated reaching a milestone by assisting their 2000th client on 18 May 2023.
The History of SAIAS
Citizens Advice Portsmouth has operated since 1930, continuously adapting services to meet community needs. The organization identified significant demand for specialized immigration support and established SAIAS as a separate initiative.