Month: May 2025

Two concerned individuals reviewing UK visa documents in an office setting, highlighting confusion around the 2025 Skilled Worker visa costs for employers and applicants.

Skilled Worker Visa UK: 2025 Cost Guide for Employers and Applicants

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Applying for a Skilled Worker visa in the UK comes with several mandatory costs that both employers and applicants must consider carefully. These fees differ depending on the length of the visa, the size of the sponsoring organisation and whether family members are included in the application. Below, we outline the key expenses involved, using the most recent fee updates effective from April 2025.

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Close-up of a UK Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) biometric residence permit card, showing security features and holder details, representing the new 10-year residency requirement for settlement

New UK Immigration Rules: Residency Requirement for Settlement Doubles to 10 Years

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If you are currently living in the UK on a visa or planning to settle here, a major proposed change to immigration rules could significantly impact your future. The UK Government has announced plans to extend the standard residency requirement for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) from five years to ten years under a new “Earned Settlement” model.

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Professional reviewing UK immigration documents at desk, representing new 'Exceptional Circumstances' reforms under Article 8 ECHR that redefine family/private life case criteria.

Government Plans to Tighten Rules on ‘Exceptional Circumstances’

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The Government has announced plans to reform how immigration cases relying on ‘exceptional circumstances’ and Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights are considered. The changes, outlined in a new White Paper, aim to restore parliamentary control over immigration decisions by reducing reliance on judicial interpretations that have expanded “exceptional” claims beyond original legislative intent.

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View of London skyline representing UK immigration policy and the eVisa transition ahead of the June deadline.

Almost 700,000 Migrants at Risk as UK eVisa Deadline Approaches

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With just days remaining before the 1 June deadline, up to 700,000 migrants in the UK have yet to register for the eVisa, leaving them unable to prove their right to work, rent, or travel. The Home Office’s shift from physical documents to the eVisa digital system has been marred by technical failures, delays, and legal challenges, raising fears of a crisis.

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Keir Starmer speaking during an official event—symbolising leadership, diplomacy, and the proposed EU Youth Mobility Scheme amid a post-Brexit reset.

Keir Starmer Considers EU Youth Mobility Scheme Amid Brexit Reset

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has signalled openness to an EU Youth Mobility Scheme, a reciprocal arrangement with the EU allowing young Britons and Europeans to live and work abroad for up to two years. However, he stressed this would not mean a return to free movement, drawing parallels with existing agreements with countries like Australia, where numbers are capped.

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UK immigration policy changes: Police officers symbolise stricter visa rules, higher salary thresholds, and new skilled worker requirements

UK Immigration White Paper: Key Changes Employers Must Prepare For

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UK government has unveiled its latest immigration white paper, Restoring Control Over the Immigration System, introducing sweeping reforms aimed at reducing net migration while reshaping how businesses recruit overseas talent. With stricter rules on visa sponsorship, higher salary thresholds, and sector-specific restrictions, employers across industries must reassess their hiring strategies to remain compliant and competitive.

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A diverse group of graduates in caps and gowns holding hands in celebration, symbolizing international students affected by the UK's new Graduate Visa changes.

UK Tightens Post-Study Visa Rules, Reducing Graduate Visa from 2 Years to 18 Months

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The UK government has announced significant changes to its post-study work visa, shortening the duration international graduates can remain in the country after completing their studies. Previously, graduates could stay for up to two years under the Graduate Route visa, but this will now be reduced to just 18 months.

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Courtroom symbolising legal reform, reflecting the Labour government's Immigration White Paper proposals to tighten UK migration rules and settlement pathways

Labour’s Immigration White Paper: Key Changes to UK Migration Policy

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UK government has unveiled a comprehensive Immigration White Paper aimed at significantly reducing net migration. The proposed reforms within the Immigration White Paper seek to tighten visa rules, prioritise skilled workers and address public concerns over rising immigration levels. Below are the key measures outlined in the policy document.

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UK Tightens Visa Rules for Nationalities with High Asylum Claims

UK Tightens Visa Rules for Nationalities with High Asylum Claims

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UK tightens visa rules as the Home Office imposes stricter restrictions on nationals from countries with high rates of asylum claims, including Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka, in a broader crackdown on immigration abuse. Under the new measures, work and study visa applications will face tougher scrutiny, with officials using financial records and behavioural patterns

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The need for urgent protection for workers affected by revoked sponsorship licences.

Migrant Workers Deserve Protection—But Why Are They Still Taking the Risk? 

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Over the past two years, the UK has witnessed a concerning rise in the exploitation of migrant workers, particularly in sectors like social care and agriculture. Workers lured by the promise of stable employment and a better future are often met instead with poor working conditions, withheld wages and in some cases psychological abuse. Now, legal experts and advocacy groups are urging the Home Secretary to act. 

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