Category: Latest Immigration News

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK To Simplify Visa Rules To Lure AI Experts

The UK government is reviewing its visa policies in a bid to attract top-tier Artificial Intelligence (AI) professionals from around the globe, aiming to ramp up the industry and boost economic growth. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the UK recently unveiled its AI Opportunities Action Plan, a comprehensive strategy designed to enhance…
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Cuba Off US Terror List: Changes Ahead for ESTA and Travel

The United States has removed Cuba from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, signaling a step toward improved diplomatic relations and easing travel restrictions for individuals who have visited the country since 2021. In one of his final decisions before leaving office, US President Joe Biden announced Cuba’s removal from the controversial list. First…
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UK Exempts ETA Requirement for Transit Passengers

Travellers transiting through the UK have received a significant reprieve: they will no longer need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) if they do not pass through UK border control. Earlier this month, non-Europeans travelling to the UK without a visa were required to apply online and pay £10 for an ETA. However,…
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UK’s New Immigration Sponsorship Regulations

The UK Home Office has unveiled key updates to immigration policies that will reshape the way employers sponsor international talent. This change emphasise compliance and planning for businesses and individuals alike. Starting December 31, 2024, significant changes regarding sponsorship costs for Skilled Workers will take effect. Employers will no longer be permitted to pass on certain…
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Impact of UK’s Tougher Visa Rules: Drastic Drop in UK Applications

Since introducing stricter immigration laws to curb legal migration, the United Kingdom (UK) has experienced a significant 42% drop in visa applications. Between April and December 2024, applications plummeted from 942,500 in 2023 to just 547,000 a staggering decrease of nearly 400,000. The most notable reductions were observed among international students and overseas care workers:…
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