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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

Home Office To Raise Immigration Fees in 2025

The Home Office has unveiled plans to significantly increase immigration and nationality fees, as announced on 16 January 2025.  These proposed changes, outlined in the draft Immigration and Nationality (Fees) (Amendment) Order 2025, are set to take effect as soon as they receive approval from both the House of Commons and the Lords. The Government…
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New Service Providers for UK Visa Applications: What Applicants Need to Know

If you’re in the process of applying for a UK visa, whether inside the country or overseas, big changes are coming that may affect your experience. The UK government is currently transitioning between commercial partners who operate the visa application centres on behalf of UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). This shift could impact where and…
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UK Suspends Proposed Increase in Family Visa Income Requirement

The United Kingdom’s plan to increase the family visa threshold to £38,700 in 2025 has been halted by the new government. This decision was confirmed by UK Home Secretary, Yvette Cooper, in a written statement to the House of Commons.  The plan was to raise the threshold from £18,600 to £ 29,000, with future increases…
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How to Avoid Getting a Visa, Immigration, or Citizenship Application Refused

Visa, immigration, and citizenship applications are critical steps to your life filled with enriching experiences and new opportunities. Looking to explore the world, advance your career, and join new communities? We are dedicated to helping you succeed in this endeavour. The consequences of application refusals can be significant, leading to lost time, money, and opportunities.…
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UK Immigration: Decline in UK Study Visa Applications

The number of individuals seeking entry to the UK on student visas has plummeted to unprecedented lows since the pandemic. Recently released data from the UK Home Office highlights a significant downturn in both student-dependent applications and overall student visa applications following the implementation of new legislation earlier this year. At the beginning of this…
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