Written by Soumaya Eddridi, Associate Solicitor · SRA-regulated · Last reviewed 16 September 2026
Navigating the UK immigration system can be complex, particularly when English is not your first language. Being able to discuss your circumstances, concerns and immigration history in your own language can make an important difference.
Soumaya Eddridi is an Arabic-speaking immigration solicitor based in London, advising individuals, families, entrepreneurs and businesses on a wide range of UK immigration and nationality matters. Soumaya has provided live advice in Arabic to millions of viewers and followers on Alhiwar TV and the Arab in the UK social media platform.
Fluent in both Arabic and English, Soumaya can advise clients directly in Arabic, helping them understand the immigration process, the requirements they need to meet, and the options available to them.
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UK Immigration Advice in Arabic
Soumaya provides clear and practical immigration advice in Arabic and English, taking the time to understand each client’s individual circumstances before advising on the most appropriate way forward.
Her experience includes straightforward applications as well as complex matters involving previous refusals, periods of overstaying, complicated immigration histories, suitability issues and compelling or compassionate circumstances.
“الأستاذة سميّة الدريدي لديها خبرة واسعة في مجال قوانين الهجرة، وتتميز بمهنية عالية واهتمام حقيقي بعملائها. تأخذ الوقت الكافي لفهم تفاصيل قضيتك والاستماع إليك، ثم تشرح لك الإجراءات والخطوات بطريقة واضحة وسهلة. تشعر معها أنك لست وحدك في هذه الرحلة، فهي تتابع معك وتدعمك طوال مراحل القضية. أنصح بها بكل ثقة لكل من يبحث عن محامية هجرة محترفة وذات خبرة”.
Immigration Services for Individuals and Families
Soumaya advises individuals and families across a broad range of UK immigration and nationality matters, including:
- Spouse, partner and family visas;
- British citizenship and naturalisation;
- Registration of children as British citizens;
- Settlement and Indefinite Leave to Remain applications;
- Private life and Human Rights applications;
- EU Settlement Scheme matters;
- Visitor visas;
- Student and Graduate visas;
- Applications involving previous refusals or complex immigration histories;
- Administrative Reviews;
- Appeals before the First-tier Tribunal; and
- Challenges to Home Office decisions, including through the Pre-Action Protocol and Judicial Review.
Every client’s circumstances are different. Where a case is particularly complex, Soumaya carefully considers the client’s immigration history, the applicable Immigration Rules and Home Office guidance, and the evidence available before advising on the appropriate strategy.
Business Immigration and Sponsor Licences
Soumaya also works closely with businesses, employers and entrepreneurs requiring advice on the UK’s business immigration system.
She advises businesses on Sponsor Licence applications and their ongoing sponsor compliance obligations, as well as assisting employers wishing to recruit and sponsor overseas workers under the Skilled Worker route.
Her business immigration work includes:
- Sponsor Licence applications;
- Sponsor Licence compliance and audits;
- Skilled Worker sponsorship and visa applications;
- UK Expansion Worker matters;
- Certificates of Sponsorship;
- Sponsor Management System matters;
- Urgent and time-sensitive sponsorship applications;
- Advice on sponsor duties and Home Office compliance; and
- Immigration planning for businesses recruiting international talent.
Soumaya understands that immigration issues affecting a business can be commercially sensitive and time-critical. Her approach is therefore not simply to prepare an application, but to guide the business through the process, identify potential issues at an early stage and ensure that the client understands what is required at each stage.
Immigration Advice for Entrepreneurs
Soumaya has particular experience advising entrepreneurs and business founders on UK immigration matters, including the Innovator Founder route and Global Talent route.
She has assisted entrepreneurs at different stages of their immigration journey and advises not only on the immigration application itself but also on the endorsement process and the requirements considered by endorsing bodies.
This includes advising clients on the evidence required to demonstrate that they meet the relevant requirements and assisting with Innovator Founder/Global Talent applications, extensions and settlement matters.
Challenging Home Office Decisions
Receiving a refusal from the Home Office does not necessarily mean that there are no further options available.
Soumaya has experience successfully challenging Home Office decisions through Administrative Review and has represented clients in immigration appeals before the First-tier Tribunal. She also has experience with matters requiring a Pre-Action Protocol challenge where there are grounds to argue that a Home Office decision is legally or factually flawed.
She has worked on cases involving previous immigration refusals, overstaying, complex immigration histories and other circumstances requiring detailed consideration of the client’s immigration position.
Where a decision has been refused, Soumaya will consider the reasons given by the Home Office and advise whether there may be grounds to challenge the decision or whether a fresh application or alternative immigration route may be more appropriate.
British Citizenship and Nationality
British nationality law can be particularly complex, especially where a person’s entitlement to citizenship depends upon their place and date of birth, their parents’ or grandparents’ nationality or immigration status, or historic nationality legislation.
Soumaya advises adults and children on British citizenship and nationality matters, including naturalisation, registration and cases involving complex immigration or personal histories.
She has experience dealing with citizenship applications where previous immigration issues or criminal history may require careful consideration of the good character requirements and supporting representations.
Why Choose an Arabic-Speaking Solicitor?
For Arabic-speaking clients, discussing an immigration matter directly in Arabic can make the process considerably easier.
It allows clients to explain complicated personal circumstances in the language in which they feel most comfortable, ask questions without worrying about terminology and understand the advice they are receiving before making important decisions.
It can be particularly valuable in cases involving a long or complicated immigration history, family circumstances or sensitive personal information where small details can be important.
Soumaya can communicate directly with Arabic-speaking clients without requiring them to rely upon a family member to explain their circumstances or translate legal advice.
A Personal and Supportive Approach
Immigration matters often concern some of the most important aspects of a person’s life: their family, home, career, business and ability to remain in the United Kingdom.
Soumaya believes that good legal representation therefore involves more than preparing forms and submitting documents.
She places considerable importance on keeping clients informed, explaining what is happening with their case and ensuring that they feel supported throughout the process. Her approach is reflected in positive five-star client feedback and reviews highlighting the communication, professionalism, and support clients have received.
Whether the matter involves an individual immigration application, a complex Home Office refusal, British citizenship, an entrepreneur establishing their future in the UK or a business needing to sponsor an overseas worker, the aim is to provide clear, strategic and practical advice from the outset.
Speak to an Arabic-Speaking Solicitor
If you require advice about a UK immigration, British nationality or business immigration matter and would prefer to speak to a solicitor in Arabic, Soumaya can advise you in either Arabic or English.
From our London office, we assist clients throughout the UK and internationally, and consultations can be arranged remotely where appropriate.
Contact Saracens Solicitors to arrange a consultation with Soumaya Eddridi and discuss your immigration matter. Call us on +44 (0)20 3588 3500 or press Enquire at the top of this page, our team responds quickly.
