John Kiely

Background

About John Kiely

As Head of Immigration at Howard Kennedy, I advise individuals, families and businesses navigating the UK’s complex immigration system.With over a decade of experience in UK immigration law, I work across the full spectrum of visa and settlement routes from Global Talent and Skilled Worker to International Sportsperson and HNW-specific options like Tier 1 (Investor) and Innovator Founder.My practice covers both private client immigration (including nationality and Appendix FM applications) and corporate immigration strategy, where I support employers with sponsorship, compliance and global mobility planning.I’ve developed a niche advising high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and professional athletes, often working closely with family offices, tax advisors and agents.I’m considered a leading voice on Tech Nation visas (now under the Global Talent route) and Sportsperson visa applications, and have contributed insights to national media on football transfers and immigration criteria.Whether you’re relocating talent, managing sponsor licence obligations, or securing long-term residency for your family I provide calm, commercial advice tailored to your goals.