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Daily Times on MSN.com · 2d

UK to consider restrictions on student visas for Pakistan and asylum-heavy nations

The British government is considering restricting student visa applications from countries, including Pakistan, which are seen as most likely to result in asylum claims. This move aims to reduce the country's annual net migration.
The PIE News · 11h

Speculation rife that UK’s Graduate Route may be tied to professional roles only

The UK government is expected to suggest tying graduate visas to skill-based jobs in the upcoming immigration white paper.
Business Day · 14h

UK universities: 49% shut down courses amid declining int’l student numbers

A recent Universities UK survey paints a stark picture of the sector’s health, as 49% of 60 institutions surveyed have shut down courses
The PIE News · 2d

Rumoured UK visa crackdown to target Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka

The UK is planning to limit visas from countries with high rates of visa overstaying or asylum in its immigration whitepaper, say sources.
Legit.ng on MSN.com · 2d

UK tightens visa restrictions for Nigerians amid overstay concerns

UK restricted visas for Nigerians, Pakistanis, & Sri Lankans over asylum concerns, using NCA intelligence models to predict overstayers. Experts raise doubts.
Wales Online on MSN.com · 1d

UK visa applications could be restricted for some nationalities in new crackdown

The Home Office is reportedly considering restricting visa applications for people from countries including Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka, amid concerns over visa abuse
Pakistan Today · 1d

UK may curb student visas for Pakistan over asylum concerns

LONDON: The UK government is considering restrictions on student visas for countries, including Pakistan, deemed most likely to lead to asylum claims. This move follows political pressures after Prime
The Punch on MSN.com · 2d

UK plans visa crackdown on Nigerians, others over overstay concerns

The United Kingdom is considering new immigration measures that could make it harder for citizens of Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka to obtain visas,
GhanaWeb · 2d

UK fit restrict Visa applications for Nigerians and some oda kontris

UK goment fit restrict visa applications for Nigerians and pipo from some oda kontris wey dem believe say dey most likely to overstay and claim asylum for di kontri.
TheCable · 1d

‘Legal migration will be allowed’ — British High Commission reacts to report on visa restrictions

The United Kingdom has reacted to the report that the country could restrict visa applications from nationalities whose citizens
Icon for www.wkyt.comWKYT · 22d

Immigration attorney responds to revocation of international UK student visas

Hadi says the government does have the right to revoke a student’s visa if they are not following the law or the regulations of their educational program. “If they violate that for whatever ...
Samaa TV · 2d

Setback for Pakistanis applying for UK visas – details inside

The UK Home Office is tightening visa rules for applicants from Pakistan, Nigeria, and Sri Lanka, citing concerns they may overstay and claim asylum. Data models and financial checks are being used to identify potential abuse of the visa system.
Yahoo News UK · 2d

Even a capped, time-limited youth visa scheme would be of value to young people in the UK and EU

Mobility would be for a defined period (such as three years), and the number of visas issued would be limited. The scheme would be aimed at young people in the UK and EU under 30 years old. This follows Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s promise to “reset” relations with the EU following his election in July 2024.
Vanguard · 2d

U.K to impose visa restrictions on Nigerians, Pakistanis, Sri Lankans

The United Kingdom, UK is stepping up efforts to restrict visa access for nationals of Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka,
Daily FT · 2d

SL among probable countries to face UK visa restrictions – Report

BBC: Visa applications from nationalities thought most likely to overstay and claim asylum in the UK could be restricted under a new government crackdown. Under Home Office plans, first reported in the Times,
The Punch on MSN.com · 1d

British embassy clarifies planned stricter visa rules for Nigerians

Stay informed about the latest updates on UK visa regulations and the commitment to legal migration from Nigeria.
Pattaya Mail · 2d

Latest UK visa crackdown unlikely to target Thai applicants

The British government intends to make visa applications from certain countries more difficult. The main focus is on Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka because of the large number of nationals who, once in the UK,
Vanguard · 2d

UK to restrict visa applications from Nigeria, Pakistan, Sri Lanka

As part of efforts to reform its immigration system, the United Kingdom would soon restrict visa applications from nationalities whose citizens are most likely to overstay their approved stays.
The Independent on MSN.com · 16h

Migrants ‘must speak fluent English’ to work in UK under Labour’s latest immigration crackdown

Migrants who want to come to the UK for work will have to speak fluent English under Labour’s latest immigration crackdown. Under plans due to be published next week, people applying for a UK work visa will have to demonstrate they can speak English to A-level standard.
Telegraph India · 14d

Intervene: Editorial on plight of Indian students amid US visa crackdown

The tightening of immigration rules, caps on student intake, especially in Canada and the UK, as well as restrictions on dependent visas have been cited as the principal reasons behind this decline
Icon for www.aol.comAOL · 20d

International students are being told by email that their visas are revoked and that they must ‘self-deport.’ What to know

when Covid travel restrictions and a temporary suspension of processing at embassies and consulates sent the numbers plummeting. Student visa approvals have returned to pre-Covid levels ...
Politics Nigeria · 2d

UK govt considers stricter visa rules for Nigerian nationals amid immigration clampdown

The United Kingdom is considering stricter visa rules for Nigerian nationals as part of a broader immigration clampdown aimed at curbing what officials describe as abuse of the asylum system. According to a report by The Times,
Legit.ng on MSN.com · 20h

UK Embassy in Nigeria Breaks Silence on Controversial Visa Rules Changes

British High Commission in Nigeria has addressed concerns over potential changes to UK visa rules, reaffirming its commitment to supporting legal migration.
WHAS11 on MSN.com · 13d

UK, UofL international students and graduates' visas reinstated amid ICE decision

In early April, a handful of students and graduates has their student or work visas revoked by the Department of Homeland Security.
Pakistan Today · 1d

UK considers visa restrictions for students from asylum-prone countries

LONDON: The UK government is considering imposing visa restrictions on students from countries, including Pakistan, that are considered most likely to claim asylum upon arrival. This move is part of b
Inside Higher Ed · 21h

Britain’s High Visa Costs Threaten to Deter U.S. Scholars

Following science funding cuts by the Trump administration, a House of Lords committee is urging the government to make it cheaper for foreign researchers to work in the U.K.
Icon for www.aol.co.ukAOL.co.uk · 29d

Visa applications for key routes to UK drop by 37% in a year

The number of migrants applying for key visa routes to the ... health and care workers and students’ family members – most of whom now cannot come to the UK. “Main applications from health ...
Business Standard · 6d

UK issues 411,100 study visas in early 2025, up 4.6% after 2024 policy dip

Government data reveals that by January 2025, the UK had already issued 411,100 study visas to main applicants—up 4.6% from year-end 2024 figures—indicating a tentative reboun
TheCable · 2d

UK to restrict visa applications from Nigeria, Pakistan

As part of efforts to reform its immigration system, the United Kingdom could soon restrict visa applications from
TravelBiz Monitor · 22h

UK tightens visa system amid rising asylum claims: targeted restrictions likely for certain countries

The United Kingdom is on the cusp of making sweeping changes to its visa system, in a move that could significantly impact the aspirations of thousands hoping to study or work in the country. Sources
YNaija · 1d

Top 5 Stories Of The Day |UK May Tighten Visa Rules for High Overstay Nationalities

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The Morung Express · 2d

UK plans to restrict student visa applications from Pakistan

Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Nigeria are among the most likely nations to face restrictions by the UK government as the maximum number of people who applied for asylum last year came from these countries.
Firstpost · 2d

UK visa crackdown to target Pakistanis, Nigerians among others for overstaying risk

Britain will make it harder for people from Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka to obtain work and study visas as the Home Office cracks down on the abuse of the system
Icon for www.deccanchronicle.comDeccan Chronicle · 20d

Student Visas to the US Drop 70-80 pc

In the past couple of years, visa approvals rebounded to previous levels. After being rejected by the US, students are applying to universities in the UK, Ireland, France and Germany. Admissions ...
G News Network · 2d

Is UK going to restrict visas for Pakistani students?

In a statement, the UK Home Office said the upcoming immigration white paper will present a comprehensive plan to restore order to the country’s "broken immigration system." High levels of legal migration have long dominated the UK's political debate and were a major factor behind the Brexit referendum in 2016.
Reuters on MSN.com · 2d

UK may restrict students from countries most likely to claim asylum

The British government may restrict visa applications from students living in countries that are considered most likely to claim asylum in a move designed to bring down annual net migration, a government official said.
Arab Times · 2d

UK Eyes New Visa Restrictions Targeting Specific Nationalities

The UK Government is reportedly preparing to restrict visa applications from certain nationalities deemed more likely to overstay or claim