The New Part Suitability

On 11^th November 2025 the new Part Suitability of the Immigration Rules came into force. Part Suitability replaces Part 9 of the Immigration Rules and now serves as the central reference point for all suitability-related refusal and cancellation grounds. Part Suitability applies to most routes under the Immigration Rules. Part Suitability also now applies to the Family and Private Life rules which have, until now, had their own suitability requirements.

The infamous Paragraph 39E, exception for overstayers, has now also been moved into a new dedicated section of Part Suitability.

In this essential webinar, Adam will go through the new Part Suitability looking at the main provisions and how they will apply. Adam will also highlight the relevant Home Office Guidance and consider how the new rules interact with the Family and Private Life rules.

Who This Is For:

Immigration practitioners, academics, students, Home Office & Judges.

Level of Expertise:

Intermediate – some previous knowledge or awareness required.

CPD Hours:

This live webinar provides you with 1 hour of learning.

Attendees will receive a CPD certificate upon completion of this course.

Learning Objectives

• An understanding of the new Part Suitability
• A working knowledge of the main provisions
• Knowledge of the relevant Home Office policy
• How the new Part Suitability interacts with other parts of the rules