Immigration Blog

New Immigration Rules Affecting UK Self Sponsor Visas – The Way Forward!

On April 9th some important changes were made to the Rules that apply to Skilled Workers.

U.K. Visitors Will Need Electronic Travel Authorisation

The electronic travel authorisation scheme will begin to apply to citizens of 48 countries from January 8.

U.K. to Tighten Immigration Rules After Record Inflow

If you are considering applying for a U.K. Skilled Worker visa it might be sensible to act sooner rather than later since there is no knowing how the prospective changes might impact you

Key Factors In Reducing U.K. Net Migration Examined

Ramping up the training of doctors and nurses are the best ways to address the country’s dependence on net migration.

How Bans Work if You Breach U.K. Immigration Rules

The United Kingdom’s Home Office can ban the entry of people who have breached immigration law or sought to deceive in their visa applications. The bans imposed can last one, two, five or ten years and those facing them will usually not be allowed to re-enter the U.K during this period. The rules on re-entry bans are complex.

U.K. Immigration Could Decline as New Rules Bite, Labour Budget Doesn’t Help

From March 11, social care workers from overseas were no longer allowed to bring dependants on their visa.

U.K. Population Makes Biggest Jump Since 1971 Powered by Immigration

The rise in migration will pile further pressure on the new Labour government to tighten immigration regulations.

Disappointed by reduced student visas? Consider a UK Skilled Worker visa

The previous government disallowed foreign students not involved in research from bringing dependants to the UK from January 1, which is having an impact.

How the Tory Leadership Race May Affect Immigration

Leadership contender Robert Jenrick stressed his commitment to capping net migration in the tens of thousands

U.K. Skills Shortage Will Drive Demand for Immigration

By 2030, 7 million additional workers in the U.K. could be under skilled for their job requirements that would constitute about 20 percent of the labour market

Migrants Add Value to the U.K. Economy, OBR Study Says

Migrants were likely to pay more in taxes that they cost in services because the U.K. did not have to fund their education or healthcare when they were children

U.K. May Impose New Curbs on the Skilled Worker Visa

If you are considering applying for a U.K. Skilled Worker visa it might be sensible to act sooner rather than later since there is no knowing how the prospective changes might impact you

Will a Skilled Worker Visa Cap be Introduced in the U.K.?

Applications from main Skilled Workers for visas have risen 14 percent so far this year, showing demand for foreign workers remains strong

The Ancestry Visa for the U.K. — Could it Apply to You?

Ancestry visas are valid for five years, during which applicants are allowed to work in the U.K. or study

Apply for an Ancestry Visa if Your Grandparent was British

An applicant must show that they are able to work and intend to seek employment in the United Kingdom

U.K. Graduate Visa Key to Attracting Students, Study Finds

Students see a U.K. degree as enhancing their career prospects

U.K. Reviewing Foreign Worker Reliance in Key Sectors

The trebling of net migration in the U.K. since 2019 reflects a failure over many years to tackle skills shortages and other problems in the U.K. labour market, the Home Secretary says

Labour May Consider Scottish Visa For Skilled Workers

A separate visa for Scotland would be a deviation from U.K. immigration policy

What Holders of U.K. Visit Visas Can and Can’t Do

A visitor must not intend to work in the U.K. unless expressly allowed to do so

U.K. Visit Visas Have Subcategories with Own Conditions

The subcategories include children not accompanied by their parents, those seeking medical treatment and those travelling for permitted paid engagements

What You Need to Apply for a Visit Visa to the U.K.

These are meant for people wishing to stay in the U.K. for up to six months usually for activities such as tourism and visiting family

U.K. Migration Dropped in 2023, Still Well Above Average

The number of immigrants coming to the U.K. for work-related reasons from non-European Union countries has now replaced study as the main reason for long-term migration

Labour Wins the Election, What's Next for Immigration?

The Labour Party will reform the points-based immigration system so that it is fair and properly managed, with appropriate restrictions on visas, and by linking immigration and skills policy, according to its manifesto

U.K. Health Care Visa Applications Drop 76 Percent

Foreign carers were banned in March from bringing their families to the U.K.

Powerful Politician Aims for U.K. Immigration Freeze; Act Now!

Political influencer Nigel Farage, has pledged smart immigration, not mass migration, which his party has described as freezing all "non-essential" immigration

New Law Enables the Irish to Become British Citizens

Irish citizens who have lived in the United Kingdom for five years can now register to become British nationals if they meet the requirements

U.K. Graduate Visas to Stay but Skilled Worker Better Route

The Graduate route was introduced in 2021 to increase the attractiveness of the U.K. as a destination of study, increase the number of international students in higher education and increase the value of education exports.

Invest in The Isle of Man’s Digital Industry to Migrate

The Isle of Man’s government says it is looking at a broad range of digital innovations emerging in global markets and identifying niches that align with its capabilities, aspirations and risk appetite

Steps You Can Take as Immigration Rules Change Likely

If you are planning to immigrate to the U.K. it might be sensible to act sooner rather than later as there is no knowing how these prospective changes might impact you

U.K. Needs To Cut Immigration Numbers for Integration

Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick said immigration was creating huge pressures on communities, according to The Times, piling fresh pressure on the U.K. government to tighten immigration policy further

Skilled Worker Visa Holders Will Have a Manager to Help

Those obtaining Skilled Worker visas through Visa Kings Global will have a support service through its Human Performance Managers

Looking to Migrate? Consider an Ireland Investor Visa

Irish citizenship gives you visa-free access to the Schengen area and the U.K. as well as to their universities

U.K. Election Could Lead to More Immigration Restrictions

Former Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick said that a parliamentary “lock” on the number of migrants coming to Britain should be introduced to reduce net migration to the tens of thousands

The United Kingdom began rolling out eVisas to replace the physical residence permit cards for immigrants as part of a plan to introduce a digital immigration system.

The island nation’s Innovator programme similar to the United Kingdom but the country has a more attractive tax structure, no health surcharge, better lifestyle and takes decisions independent of the U.K.

Economic activity in the Isle of Man is poised to grow as the government targets £1 billion in public and private investment until 2032 under its ‘Our Island Plan’

International migration is shaped by economic, geographic, demographic and other factors resulting in distinct migration patterns, such as migration “corridors” The growing concerns around rising immigration in the United Kingdom has coincided with a growing global trend of increasing migration.

Atlas, meant to automate asylum, citizenship and visa applications, has been causing serious delays and errors with a series of bizarre glitches, some seen as critical incidents, according to news website 'i'.

The extensions will be automatic for licenses expiring on or after 6 April 2024, although holders will still be subject to compliance duties

The occupations represent eight percent of job roles eligible for the Skilled Worker route by employment

The rules now allow legal professionals on business visit visas to advice clients, provide advocacy for a court or hearing, appear in arbitrations or courts or for conferences and teaching

You can apply for a Business Visit Visa if you wish to travel to the U.K. for up to six months at a time for unpaid business activity

More than nine million people of working age have quit the jobs market

Net annual international migration in the U.K. expected to be 315,000 from year ending June 2028, up from previous projection of 245,000

U.K. Home Secretary also commissioned the Migration Advisory Committee to review the Shortage Occupation List that will be renamed the Immigration Salary List

Income required to bring in foreign spouses reduced to £29,000 from £38,700

We outline the process for obtaining a UK Skilled Worker Sponsor Licence

Since the planned changes in immigration rules will make it more expensive to hire foreign workers from April, it may be worthwhile to apply for a Sponsor Licence at the earliest

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick resigned saying the government’s new Rwanda legislation does not go far enough to stop challenges to deportation. In the current political environment, we expect U.K. policy on legal immigration to get increasingly restrictive as well as the government moves to fulfil its pledge to cut net migration. Potential applicants have a short window to act before new rules kick in by April

As we expected Home Secretary James Cleverly announced a series of measures that will reduce the high numbers of dependents coming to the U.K.

Immigration had little or no impact on average employment or unemployment of existing workers, according to a 2018 review of the U.K.’s Migration Advisory Committee.

Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick has drawn up a set of proposals to reduce immigration to the U.K. that is being discussed by the government

Foreign students were the biggest contributor to the surge in immigration in the U.K. in 2022, accounting for 39 percent of non-EU arrivals.

On average, settlement applications of 128,446 people were approved by the U.K. Home Office each year between 2004 and 2022, according to most recent data.

The average European migrant will contribute £78,000 more than they take out in public services and benefits over their lifespan in the U.K., while the average non-European migrant will provide £28,000, an Oxford Economics study found.

Migrants will add to the labour force and boost the supply side of the economy, Bank of England Chief Economist said

Holders of the permit will need to register and set up online accounts so that they can view and share relevant information

A total of 606,000 people were added to U.K.’s population in 2022 but that number is forecast to drop to about 245,000 annually by 2027

The proportion of the foreign-born population as a percentage of the total in the U.K. is identical to that in the United States and Spain

The Representative of an Overseas Business visa route was closed by the U.K. in 2022 but is still available in the Isle of Man

The island has unveiled an ambitious plan to double the size of its economy by 2032

Government announces multi-fold increase in fines for landlords renting to illegal immigrants

The increases will help pay for public sector pay hikes

Initial penalty for employing somebody who does not have the right to work in the U.K. will rise to £45,000 from £15,000 in 2024

Applicants must have been working for the overseas business outside the U.K. for a cumulative period of at least 12 months. This is the second part of a two-part article on this visa category

This visa is for workers on temporary assignment to the U.K. This is the first part of a two-part article.

Visa Kings Global is familiar with the local business environment as well as the approval process and works with a team of professional writers who can help you put together a business plan that fits your profile

Visa Kings Global has obtained hundreds of U.K. skilled worker visas, including for care givers, helping applicants avoid being swindled by rogue agents

Depending on your category you can apply to settle in the U.K. in three years with the Global Talent visa

If you have received one of the identified prizes you can apply for a Global Talent visa without an endorsement

You can apply for a Global Talent visa if you have been endorsed by an approved body as a leader or a potential leader

If you are a leader in either academia, research, arts and culture or digital technology, you can apply for a Global Talent visa

Applicants for a self-sponsored Skilled Worker visa need not satisfy a minimum funds requirement.

Your company will need to apply for a certificate of sponsorship after your sponsor license has been approved.

To apply for a sponsor license, your U.K. business must be genuine, capable of carrying out its sponsor duties and offer employment that meets the salary and skill level requirements.

You can set up a company in the U.K. which may qualify to sponsor your visa

Rule will not apply to those pursuing PhD or research degrees

Labour shortages worsened after Brexit and Covid

Visa and nationality fees to rise by at least 20 percent

Companies growing rapidly can attract foreign talent through Scale-up Visas

Exploring the new UK Government visa category for immigrants introduced in August 2022