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Kelly Chua

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Kelly is a Practice Leader and Solicitor based in Fragomen's London office, focusing on UK business immigration. She advises multinational organizations and private clients on a broad range of complex immigration, compliance and global mobility matters.

Kelly serves as UK account lead for several of the firm's largest global clients and has developed a deep understanding of their businesses through nearly a decade of close partnership. She is known for providing practical, commercially focused advice on complex immigration and compliance issues, including corporate restructurings, crisis response matters and strategic workforce planning.

In addition to relocation-focused immigration support, Kelly advises on international business travel, right to work and wider compliance considerations. Her experience spans the intersection of immigration, business travel and regulatory compliance, with particular insight into the practical impact of evolving border controls, government policy and technology-driven processes.

Kelly works closely with HR, global mobility, legal and travel stakeholders to help organizations manage international workforce movements in a strategic and risk-aware manner. Having advised clients across a broad range of industries and at every stage of growth, she tailors solutions to align immigration objectives with wider business priorities.

Education

  • College of Law, Legal Practice Course, 2007
  • BPP Professional Education, London, Graduate Diploma in Law, 2005
  • University of Warwick, B.S., with honors, 2004

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Professional accomplishments

Legal Qualifications: Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales

Member, Law Society of England and Wales

Member, Immigration Law Practitioners' Association

Experience

Advised multinational organizations on all aspects of UK business immigration, including Skilled Worker sponsorship, sponsor license compliance, global mobility programs, business travel and workforce planning.

Acted as a trusted adviser to HR, legal and global mobility teams, supporting the development of immigration policies, governance frameworks and compliance processes aligned with UK immigration requirements.

Supported senior executives and key talent on complex immigration matters, including settlement, British citizenship and strategic immigration pathways.

Led complex, high-volume mobility and business travel projects, advising on immigration, visa and compliance requirements for large groups of travelers attending major events, project launches and operational deployments.

Publications and lectures

Quoted, “Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee First.” The New York Times, 7 January 2025.

Quoted, “UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025.” NI Travel News, 17 December 2024.

Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
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Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
More related insights

Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
More related insights

Country / Territory

  • United KingdomUnited Kingdom

Get in touch

Languages

  • English

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 20 7090 9235

F:+44 (0) 20 7090 9101

London

Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
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[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 20 7090 9235

F:+44 (0) 20 7090 9101

London

Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
More related insights

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Get in touch

Languages

  • English

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Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 20 7090 9235

F:+44 (0) 20 7090 9101

London

Fragomen LLP

1st Floor, 95 Gresham St,

London EC2V 7NA

United Kingdom

Connect via Linkedin

Kelly’s insights

June 10, 2026 | Conference

Global Mobility Lawyer's Global Mobility SummitRead more

January 8, 2025 | Media mentions

The New York Times: Traveling to the U.K.? You Might Need to Apply and Pay a Fee FirstRead more

December 20, 2024 | Media mentions

NI Travel News: UK Government Electronic Travel Authorisation Scheme to Be Extended in 2025Read more
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Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards

Fragomen received three 2026 Cartus awards recognizing the firm’s immigration services, sustainability efforts and commitment to global citizenship.

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Generic Insights

Blog post

Net Migration Policy: An Explainer Comparing Australia, Canada and the UK

Partner Jack (Eui Chul) Kim, Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher, UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit and Articling Student David Mucz examine how Australia, Canada and the UK measure net migration. They compare efforts to reduce migration with the need to maintain access to international talent, and explain the potential effects on employers, labor markets and economic growth.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: White House H-1B Order Puts Employer Layoffs Under Microscope

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.

Learn more

Blog post

The Compliance Risks of International Remote Working and Hush Trips

International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.

Learn more

Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

The National Interest: How Boosting Your Privacy Will Make America More Secure

Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.

Learn more

Media mentions

CEDA: The Drive to Reduce Net Overseas Migration and the Challenges for Business

Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.

Learn more

Media mentions

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Overnights

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.

Learn more

Blog post

Can International Graduates in the Netherlands Qualify for the 30% Ruling? Eligibility Rules Explained

Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

Learn more

Blog post

Right to Work Changes: What Do They Mean for Employers in Northern England?

Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Traveller: Six Months in, the EU’s Entry/Exit System Isn’t Working

Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Comment on DHS Proposed $103,265 Fee on Cap-Subject H-1B Petitions.Learn more

Awards

Fragomen Receives Three 2026 Cartus Awards

Fragomen received three 2026 Cartus awards recognizing the firm’s immigration services, sustainability efforts and commitment to global citizenship.

Learn more
Generic Insights

Blog post

Net Migration Policy: An Explainer Comparing Australia, Canada and the UK

Partner Jack (Eui Chul) Kim, Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher, UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit and Articling Student David Mucz examine how Australia, Canada and the UK measure net migration. They compare efforts to reduce migration with the need to maintain access to international talent, and explain the potential effects on employers, labor markets and economic growth.

Learn more

Media mentions

Bloomberg Law: White House H-1B Order Puts Employer Layoffs Under Microscope

Partner K. Edward Raleigh discusses how US employers should consider displacement and conduct a risk analysis when assessing H-1B filings in light of recent policy changes.

Learn more

Blog post

The Compliance Risks of International Remote Working and Hush Trips

International remote working can offer valuable flexibility, but undisclosed “hush trips” may expose employers to immigration, social security, insurance, employment-law and tax risks that they cannot properly assess or manage.

Learn more

Blog post

The Narrowing Talent Pipeline: From International Student to Corporate America

Counsel Susan Steger examines recent policy changes and litigation affecting the pathway from F-1 study and practical training through H-1B sponsorship and permanent residence, and the considerations for US employers recruiting and retaining early-career international talent.

Learn more

Media mentions

The National Interest: How Boosting Your Privacy Will Make America More Secure

Managing Director, Digital Identity Amit Sharma explores how digital identity can strengthen privacy and security.

Learn more

Media mentions

CEDA: The Drive to Reduce Net Overseas Migration and the Challenges for Business

Managing Partner, Australia and New Zealand Teresa Liu discusses how Australia’s efforts to reduce net overseas migration are affecting businesses amid ongoing skilled workforce shortages.

Learn more

Media mentions

Australian Broadcasting Corporation: Overnights

Senior Counsel Dr. Anna Boucher discusses Australia’s net migration figures and recent changes to the country’s migration policies.

Learn more

Blog post

Can International Graduates in the Netherlands Qualify for the 30% Ruling? Eligibility Rules Explained

Tiemen Peters, Silvia Norte Mercade and Soraya Driessen outline when international graduates who studied in the Netherlands may qualify for the 30% ruling and the key eligibility, timing and compliance considerations for graduates and employers.

Learn more

Blog post

Right to Work Changes: What Do They Mean for Employers in Northern England?

Manager Ko Ito, Senior Immigration Consultant Danielle Barks, Associate Naureen Malik and Trainee Solicitor Amna Ali outline how the expanded UK Right to Work Scheme could affect employers in Northern England and the practical steps businesses can take ahead of the 1 October 2026 changes.

Learn more

Media mentions

Business Traveller: Six Months in, the EU’s Entry/Exit System Isn’t Working

Partner Christine Sullivan discusses the implementation of the EU’s Entry/Exit System (EES) across member states and at border crossing points.

Learn more
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