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Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK May Tighten Visa Rules for Some Nationalities

The UK government is considering stricter visa rules for people from countries where applicants are more likely to overstay or apply for asylum after arriving legally. According to a report in The Times, the Home Office may make it harder for people from countries such as Pakistan, Nigeria, and Sri Lanka to get work or…
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Choosing Between UK Fiancé Or Spouse Visa: Which Visa Path is Right for You?

If you’re planning to start a life in the UK with your significant other who is a British citizen or has settled in the UK, understanding the differences between the Fiancé Visa and the Spouse Visa is essential.  Both allow couples to move to the UK and eventually settle permanently, but they cater to different…
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France Sends Home the Most Non-EU Citizens in 2024

France has once again topped the list of European countries ordering non-EU nationals to leave its territory, according to the latest figures from Eurostat, the EU’s statistics agency. In 2024, a total of 453,920 people were told to leave EU countries, a 4% increase compared to 2023. In the final three months of the year…
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UK Updates English Test Requirements for UK Visas and Citizenship

To get a UK visa or citizenship, you need to pass an English test to show you can communicate in everyday situations. Knowing English helps people settle in more easily, find jobs, study, and use public services. The UK Home Office has updated its list of approved English tests for people applying for visas or…
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Easter Travel Alert 2025: What Food You Can’t Bring Back to the UK

British travellers heading abroad should be aware of new restrictions that may affect their return to the UK.  The UK government has updated its rules on bringing food and animal products back from continental Europe. This change, effective April 12, 2025, is due to the uptick in cases of foot-and-mouth disease on the continent and…
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