Core Features & Product Spec.

1. Visa-Aware Compliance Engine

  • Description: A rules-based matching system that uses a user's visa type and attributes to filter opportunities.

  • User Flow:

    1. User onboarding includes selecting their visa type (e.g., Student Visa (Tier 4), Skilled Worker Visa, Dependant Visa) and inputting key details (course dates, work hour allowance, sponsor name).

    2. When browsing jobs or housing listings, all results are pre-filtered to show only compliant opportunities.

    3. A clear "Compliance Badge" is displayed on listings (e.g., "✓ Compliant with Student Visa work hours").

  • Data Inputs: User visa profile, Home Office visa regulations dataset, job/housing listing metadata.

1.1 Technical Architecture:

  • Rule-Based Decision Tree: Multi-layered logic system processing visa types, work hour restrictions, sector limitations, and temporal constraints

  • Real-Time Policy Integration: API connections to UKVI databases for live policy updates

  • Machine Learning Optimization: Continuous improvement through user interaction patterns and outcome tracking

1.2 Key Features:

  • Dynamic job matching based on 40+ visa categories

  • Housing eligibility screening with landlord requirements

  • Educational opportunity alignment with study restrictions

  • Automated compliance alerts and deadline management

2. AI Rights & Eligibility Assistant ("BrédgeBot")

  • Description: A fine-tuned Large Language Model (LLM) chatbot interface that provides accurate, sourced answers to user questions.

  • User Flow:

    1. User types a natural language question (e.g., "Can my partner work on a dependant visa?").

    2. The AI queries its knowledge base of official sources (UKVI guidance, NHS pages, gov.uk).

    3. It returns a concise, easy-to-understand answer and always cites its source document.

    4. Includes a disclaimer: "This is not legal advice. For complex issues, please consult a qualified immigration advisor."

  • Tech Spec: Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) model to ensure answers are grounded in uploaded official documents, reducing hallucinations.

2.1 Technical Specifications:

  • Large Language Model: Fine-tuned on UKVI guidance, NHS eligibility rules, employment legislation, and case law

  • Knowledge Base: 50,000+ legal documents, policy updates, and precedent cases

  • Multi-Modal Interface: Text, voice, and document analysis capabilities

  • Confidence Scoring: Graduated response system with uncertainty acknowledgment and professional referral triggers

2.2 Capabilities Matrix:

  • Immigration law interpretation (95% accuracy benchmark)

  • Healthcare access guidance (NHS eligibility, charging rules)

  • Employment rights clarification (minimum wage, working conditions)

  • Housing rights and responsibilities

  • Educational funding and support access

  • Emergency and crisis response protocols

3. Smart Document & Application Generator

  • Description: A guided forms engine that helps users create common legal and application documents.

  • User Flow:

    1. User selects a template (e.g., "Hardship Fund Application," "Appeal for a Rental Agreement," "Cover Letter for a Job").

    2. User is guided through a Q&A flow to input necessary information.

    3. The system populates the professional template.

    4. User can download, edit, and save the final document (PDF/DOCX).

  • Tech Spec: Template engine using a library of vetted, legally-reviewed templates. No information is submitted automatically; it is solely a user tool.

3.1 Core Technologies:

  • Template Engine: 200+ pre-built legal document templates

  • Natural Language Processing: User input conversion to legal terminology

  • Automated Population: Integration with user profiles and visa data

  • Quality Assurance: Multi-stage review system with legal compliance checks

3.2 Document Categories:

  • Visa application appeals and reviews

  • Employment dispute letters and grievances

  • Housing complaint and rights assertion letters

  • Hardship fund applications (university and government)

  • Healthcare access appeals

  • Educational accommodation requests

4. Community & Advocacy Hub

  • Description: A curated directory and connection platform for support services.

  • User Flow:

    1. User searches for resources by category (e.g., "Legal Aid," "Mental Health," "Housing Charity") and location.

    2. The platform displays relevant organizations with contact details, services offered, and eligibility criteria.

    3. Future State: Integrated booking system for consultations and a secure peer-to-peer forum moderated by experts.

4.1 Platform Architecture:

  • Geolocation Services: Local resource mapping and proximity matching

  • Verification System: Credentialed legal aid provider authentication

  • Peer Connection Algorithm: Matching based on visa type, location, and experience

  • Resource Database: Real-time updates on legal aid availability, charity services, and support groups

4.2 Integration Partners:

  • Citizens Advice Bureau network

  • University student union services

  • Migrant Rights Network organizations

  • Legal aid providers and pro bono lawyers

  • Cultural and community associations

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