UK Immigration News
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| UK Updates Visa Service in Philippines and South Korea | ||
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According to the UK Border Agency (UKBA), there will be some changes to UK visa applications for citizens from the Philippines and South Korea. Thursday, 26 April 2012Read More |
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| Processing of UK Visa Applications Made in Malta from 30 April 2012 | ||
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To provide a more effective and flexible visa service, all UK visa applications submitted in Valletta, Malta will be decided at the UK Border Agency's regional processing centre in London from 30 April 2012. Wednesday, 25 April 2012Read More |
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| UK to Allow Post Study Work Visas to Indian Students | ||
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Indian students will soon be allowed to get post-study work-experience visas to the UK, India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Mr Anand Sharma announced. Thursday, 19 April 2012Read More |
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| UKBA Closed Visa Section in Uruguay from April 16 | ||
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The UK Visa Section at the British Embassy in Montevideo, Uruguay has been closed since April 16, 2012. Wednesday, 18 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Visa Applicants from Pakistan Must Apply Online from May 1 | ||
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The UK announced that Pakistani citizens and their dependants seeking British visas must apply online starting from May 1. Monday, 16 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Reopens Visa Service Centre in Libya | ||
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The UK will reopen its full visa service in Libya according to a government announcement on April 5, 2012. Monday, 9 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Government Announces Changes in Tier 2 Visa Rules | ||
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Changes to the UK Immigration Rules affecting Tier 2 of the points based system (the route for non-EEA workers with an offer of a skilled job in the UK), were laid before Parliament on 4 April 2012 and will come into force on 6 April 2012 and 14 June 2012, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) announced. Thursday, 5 April 2012Read More |
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| UKBA Launches Priority Visa Services for Thai Visitors | ||
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The UK Embassy in Bangkok made an announcement on April 03, 2012 about the introduction of two new premium visa services offered by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) and its commercial partner for visitors wishing to enter the UK in 2012 – the year of the London Olympics. Wednesday, 4 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Border Agency Reminds Visa Applicants of the Tier 1 Closure | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) reminds visa applicants of Tier 1 (Post-study work) closure starting from April 6, 2012. Wednesday, 4 April 2012Read More |
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| New Versions of UK Visa Applications Forms from April 6, 2012 | ||
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According to the latest news from the UK Border Agency (UKBA), new versions of some UK application forms will be published on April 5, 2012. Tuesday, 3 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Priority Visa Service Launched in Qatar | ||
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The UK Border Agency's commercial partner in Saudi Arabia, VFS Global, has commenced a priority UK visa service. Tuesday, 3 April 2012Read More |
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| UK Introduces New Visa Rule for Travellers from Libya, Egypt and Syria | ||
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A new UK visa rule which will require all Libyan, Egyptian and Syrian nationals transiting at a UK airport to apply for a Direct Airside Transit Visa (DATV) from April 3, 2012 has been introduced by Home Secretary Theresa May. Friday, 30 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Visa Application Fees Change on 6 April 2012 | ||
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The proposal to change the fees for UK immigration and nationality applications submitted by Immigration Minister Damian Green have been approved and will take effect from Friday 6 April 2012. Thursday, 29 March 2012Read More |
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| Marriage Ban for UK Visa Holders in Olympics | ||
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Athletes, coaches and officials visiting the UK for the Olympics have been issued six-month visas that ban them from marrying while staying in the country due to concerns of illegal immigration and terrorists. Thursday, 29 March 2012Read More |
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| UK to Offer 60 New Scholarships for Indian Students | ||
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There will be 60 new scholarships for Indian students to undertake masters' courses in the UK, according to the UK Prime Minister David Cameron. Monday, 26 March 2012Read More |
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| New Proposal for UK Family Visas from the Home Secretary | ||
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Home Secretary Theresa May proposed new rules to curb the number of people coming to the UK as immigrants on family visas. Monday, 26 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Visa Restrictions for Non-EU Artists to be Relaxed | ||
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UK immigration visa rules under points-based system have been loosened for non-EU artists who are temporarily visiting the UK. Overseas artists will not be classified as migrants and be allowed to stay in the UK for up to a month if officially invited, the UK Border Agency announced. Friday, 23 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Immigration Introduces New Standards for Border Checks | ||
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The UK will provide immigration officers with specific minimum standards for border checks, according to the Immigration Minister Damien Green. Thursday, 22 March 2012Read More |
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| Increase in UK Visitor Spending from Japan | ||
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Japan's economic resurgence has boosted UK tourism, according to the latest tourism figures. Tuesday, 20 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Open to Indian Investors | ||
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The British deputy high commissioner for western India, Peter Beckingham revealed new figures about India's investment in the UK over last two years. Monday, 19 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Tourism Minister Notes Visa Process Improvements for Foreign Visitors | ||
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Changes to improve the visa application process for oversea tourists can help boost UK tourism, according to Tourism Minister John Penrose. Thursday, 15 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Changes Visa Application Service in Finland | ||
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The UK Visa Application Centre at the British Embassy in Helsinki, Finland has been closed and replaced by a visa service in partnership with WorldBridge Service. Tuesday, 13 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Visa Services in Demark to be Changed | ||
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The Visa application centre at the British Embassy in Copenhagen will be closed and replaced with a visa service provided in partnership with WorldBridge Service, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) announced on Wednesday. Thursday, 8 March 2012Read More |
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| Change to Minimum Pay Threshold for Immigrants to Settle in the UK | ||
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Migrant workers will in future need to earn at least £35,000 to qualify for a visa permitting them to settle in the UK, according to the UK Government. Friday, 2 March 2012Read More |
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| 30,000 Overseas Workers Come to the UK under Transfer Schemes | ||
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Nearly 30,000 migrant workers came to the UK on intra-company transfers (ICTs) last year, an increase of 50 percent in just 2 years, according to a new report from the UK Government on Tuesday. Thursday, 1 March 2012Read More |
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| UK Priority Visa Service Launched in Saudi Arabia from 27 February 2012 | ||
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On 27 February 2012, the UK Border Agency's commercial partner in Saudi Arabia, VFS Global, commenced a priority UK visa service. Thursday, 1 March 2012Read More |
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| Change in Application Forms for Extension of Stay in the UK | ||
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Applicants who want to apply for an extension of stay in the UK under some visa categories now no longer use application form FLR(BID), the UK Border Agency announced on February 27, 2012. Wednesday, 29 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Attracts Middle East Investors Spending on Residential Property | ||
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A new report from Jones Lang LaSalle reveals that Middle East investors were its second largest foreign customers for residential property in London, after Asia Pacific buyers. Tuesday, 28 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Government Expands Biometric Residence Permits | ||
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The government has doubled the number of people required to have a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) to stay in the UK, raising the number to 400,000 a year. Tuesday, 28 February 2012Read More |
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| Change to UK Visa Applications Taking Effect from 5 March | ||
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People applying for UK Visas from Fiji, India and Papua New Guinea will be required to make the initial stage of their visa application online from March 5, 2012. Tuesday, 28 February 2012Read More |
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| Immigrants Should Understand UK Common Culture | ||
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Immigrants to the UK should integrate into the society through learning English and joining common UK culture, according to the UK government. Thursday, 23 February 2012Read More |
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| Surge in Mideast Tourists to UK | ||
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According to the UK's national tourist authority VisitBritain, Britain expects to welcome more tourists from the Middle East in 2012. Tuesday, 21 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Makes Changes to Visas Service in Fiji | ||
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Starting from March 5, 2012, people applying for UK visas from Fiji will be requested to complete application forms online. Monday, 20 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Priority Visa Service Launched in Abu Dhabi and Dubai | ||
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From 27 February 2012, the UK Border Agency in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait will offer a priority visa service to applicants of UK visitor visas. Monday, 20 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Business Schools Still Attract MBA Applicants | ||
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The Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC), administrator of the GMAT test, reveals that there was an increase in the number of MBA applicants from outside the UK in 2011. Thursday, 16 February 2012Read More |
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| Increase in Foreign Millionaires Being Granted UK Visas | ||
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According to data obtained by McGrigors, a UK based commercial law firm, there has been a significant increase in the number of wealthy foreign investors being issued visas to stay in the UK over the last three years. Wednesday, 15 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Government Proposes New Visa Fees | ||
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Immigration minister Damian Green has submitted a proposal to change the fees for immigration and nationality applications made to the UK Border Agency (UKBA). Tuesday, 14 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Announces Express Business Visas for Bangladeshi Companies | ||
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February 12, 2012, Bangladeshi companies with strong ties to the UK will soon benefit from express business visa services, according to UK high commissioner to Dhaka. Tuesday, 14 February 2012Read More |
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| Changes to UK Student Visa System Announced | ||
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Immigration Minister Damian Green has announced new visa rules that are aimed at reducing abuse of the student visa route and ensuring that only the best and brightest students can stay and work in the UK. Tuesday, 14 February 2012Read More |
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| Rise in Immigrant Workers in Doncaster, Yorkshire | ||
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According to a report by Migration Yorkshire, there have been increasing numbers of migrant workers arriving in the borough of Doncaster in Yorkshire, England. Tuesday, 7 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Offer Visas for International Students with Entrepreneurial Flair | ||
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International students who have shown entrepreneurial flair while studying in UK universities will be able to gain a visa to remain in the country to develop their ideas, according to an announcement by Immigration Minister, Damian Green. Tuesday, 7 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Set to Change Payment Process for Visa Applicants in Japan | ||
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In order to make the application process more efficient, the UK Border Agency (UKBA) has made an announcement to change the payment process for UK Visa applicants in Japan. Tuesday, 7 February 2012Read More |
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| UK Visa Applicants to Make Online Payments in the UAE | ||
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The UK Border Agency will require UK visa applicants from the UAE to pay their application fees online from February 6, 2012. Tuesday, 7 February 2012Read More |
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| Online Bookings for UK Visa Applicants to Enrol their Biometrics | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has launched an online system for visa applicants in the UK to book their biometric information enrolment, replacing their telephone service. Wednesday, 1 February 2012Read More |
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| Britain Prepare to Welcome Visitors for the 2012 Olympics | ||
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According to the UK Border Agency (UKBA), Britain will welcome between 600,000 and 700,000 visitors for the 2012 Olympic Games. Tuesday, 31 January 2012Read More |
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| UK to Attract Only the Best and Brightest Migrants | ||
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The UK plans to change its immigration policy to attract only the best and brightest migrants, according to Immigration Minister Damian Green. Tuesday, 31 January 2012Read More |
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| New List of English Language Test Providers for UK Visa Applications | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) have released a new list of approved English language test providers for visa applications made under Tiers 1, 2 and 4 of the points-based system and for partner visa applications. Tuesday, 31 January 2012Read More |
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| UK Tier 2 and Tier 5 Visa Applications To Move Online | ||
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The UK Border Agency has announced that Tier 2 and Tier 5 visa applicants and their dependants in the UK will be able to apply for their visa online from February 14, 2012. Tuesday, 31 January 2012Read More |
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| New UK Visa Application Form and Guidance for Bulgarians and Romanians | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has published a new version of Form BR3, which is used by Bulgarian and Romanian nationals to apply for an accession worker card. Thursday, 19 January 2012Read More |
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| New Procedure for Visa Applicants Seeking Arts Council England Endorsement | ||
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Tier 1 (Exceptional talent) visa applicants who want their applications endorsed by the Arts Council England (ACE) are required to follow a new procedure, according to an announcement from the UK Border Agency (UKBA) earlier this month. Thursday, 19 January 2012Read More |
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| UK Priority Visa Service Launched in Ukraine | ||
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From 16 January 2012, the UK Border Agency in Ukraine will offer a priority visa service which is available to applicants who meet specific criteria and who pay an additional fee to have their visa application processed ahead of others. Wednesday, 18 January 2012Read More |
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| UK Priority Visa Service Launched in Thailand | ||
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From 16 January 2012 the UK Border Agency (UKBA) in Thailand will offer a priority UK visa service to certain categories of applicants who meet specific criteria and pay an additional fee to have their visa application processed ahead of others. Monday, 16 January 2012Read More |
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| UK Tier 4 (Student) Visa Sponsor Inspections and Reviews 2012 | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has reminded all Tier 4 (Student) visa sponsors of the requirement for an inspection or review in 2012 by an appropriate educational oversight body to continue to be able to sponsor international students. Wednesday, 11 January 2012Read More |
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| New UK student visa rules take effect from April 21 2011 | ||
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The changes to UK student visa released late last month will be taken effected from April 21, 2011. This new set of rules will make it tougher for students to qualify for a visa. Tuesday, 26 April 2011Read More |
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| UKBA Announces Changes to the Knowledge of Language and Life Requirement | ||
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There have been new changes to the knowledge of language and life (KOL) requirement for those who wish to settle in the UK, according to an announcement from the UK Border Agency. Friday, 15 April 2011Read More |
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| New Annual Limit on non-EU Workers Goes into Practice | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has announced that the government's new annual limit takes effect on 6 April. This is the first major change to reduce immigration to the UK. Thursday, 7 April 2011Read More |
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| Higher fees for UK visa take effect from April 6 2011 | ||
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According to the Home Office, UK visa fees will be increased for foreign nationals applying to visit, study, work or immigrate to the UK, and UK employers as well as education providers applying for a sponsor license. Thursday, 7 April 2011Read More |
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| UK announces changes to student visas | ||
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Home Secretary Theresa May has recently announced the changes to the student visa system. The changes include tougher entrance criteria, limits on work entitlements and the closure of the post-study work route. Tuesday, 29 March 2011Read More |
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| UK attracts entrepreneurs and investors via immigration supports | ||
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The UK Government has recently announced new visa rules which give an extra incentive as a reward for foreign entrepreneurs and investors who contribute to UK economic growth. Wednesday, 23 March 2011Read More |
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| UK visa application centre in Tokyo Re-opened | ||
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After closing due to the earthquake, the UK Visa application centre has been re-open in Tokyo, Japan on Wednesday 16th March 2011 Tuesday, 22 March 2011Read More |
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| UK removes eight occupations from shortage occupation list | ||
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The removal of eight occupations from the points-based system's shortage occupation list has been recently announced by the UK government. Monday, 21 March 2011Read More |
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| The UK Worker Registration Scheme to be closed | ||
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The UK Worker Registration Scheme will close on 30 April 2011, according to a recent announcement of Immigration Minister Damian Green. This will help overseas workers from countries included in the scheme work and reside in the UK more easily. Tuesday, 15 March 2011Read More |
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| UK receives more recommendations on the UK shortage occupation list | ||
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According to UK Border Agency, they have recently received recommendations from the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) that eight occupations should be removed from the UK shortage occupation list. Friday, 11 March 2011Read More |
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| UK Border Agency to increase UK Visa Fees | ||
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According to recent announcement from The UK Border Agency, fees for visa applications in majority of the UK visa categories are set to rise from 6 April 2011 as part of a huge money saving drive. Tuesday, 8 March 2011Read More |
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| UK immigration Authorities fails on controlling work visas | ||
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According to a report of John Vine, independent chief inspector of the UK Border Agency, UK immigration Authorities has failed to stop overseas labours working without a UK work permit. Wednesday, 23 February 2011Read More |
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| Thousands of Indian skilled workers to be permitted to enter UK | ||
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Despite the UK government's new immigration cap, 20,000 Indian skilled workers will be allowed to enter the country annually as part of a European Union (EU) trade deal. Tuesday, 22 February 2011Read More |
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| UK to exempt high earners from immigration cap | ||
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According to a recent announcement from British Government, non-European Union workers with high earnings are to be excluded from the UK immigration cap which will come into effect in April 2011. Tuesday, 22 February 2011Read More |
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| Thousands of migrant workers will by-pass UK Immigration Cap | ||
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It has emerged that thousands of migrants from outside of the European Union (EU) will still be able to find work in the UK as a result of a series of loopholes in the immigration system. Tuesday, 22 February 2011Read More |
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| Further changes to the UK immigrations rules for April 2011 | ||
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As part of a shake up of the immigration system, on the 23rd November 2011, the Home Secretary announced significant changes that would be enforced as part of the government’s pledge to cut migrant numbers. Tuesday, 15 February 2011Read More |
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| 71 job roles to be outlawed under UK Tier 2 Visa | ||
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The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), the independent body which reports to the government on migration and labour issues, has recommended a new shorter list of occupations eligible under UK Tier 2 of the points-based. According to the recommendation, 71 shortage occupations are set to be removed from UK Tier 2 Visa. Friday, 11 February 2011Read More |
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| UK closed Student Visa national consultation | ||
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The public consultation on the UK student visa system closed and responses are being considered carefully before final decision, according to UK Immigration Minister Damian Green in his speech to the think tank Reform last week. Tuesday, 8 February 2011Read More |
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| UK welcomes New Zealand immigrants | ||
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William Hague, British Foreign Secretary said on a recent trip to New Zealand that he wants to continue to see a large flow of New Zealand immigrants to the UK. Friday, 28 January 2011Read More |
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| UK Business Secretary calms fears over immigration cap | ||
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In his latest trade mission to Mumbai on 17 January 2011, Business Secretary used the first speech to calm fears of Indian businesses over the UK's immigration cap set to tack effect in April of 2011. Friday, 21 January 2011Read More |
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| Higher language entry level to study in the UK | ||
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The Home Office has sent UK ministers a proposal for a higher English language skill requirement in order to reduce the number of foreign students coming to the UK. Monday, 17 January 2011Read More |
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| Three months left for UK onshore Tier 1 Visa application | ||
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According to a UK Border Agency announcement, onshore applications for the Tier 1 (General) Visa in the UK will remain open until the end of March 2011, which means that there are only three months left for UK immigrants wishing to apply for Tier 1 Visa from within the UK. Thursday, 6 January 2011Read More |
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| Interim limit on Tier 2 visa sponsorships by April 2011 | ||
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While waiting for an annual limit on applications for Tier 2 (General) of the points-based system to be set, an interim limit of Tier 2 (General) was announced by UK Border Agency and will apply until 5 April, 2011. According to the interim limit, there will be maximum of 10,382 certificates for both initial and extension applications that can be issued. Thursday, 6 January 2011Read More |
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| Migrants coming to the UK will be asked if they like living in the UK | ||
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The UK Border Agency (UKBA) will survey thousands of new arrivals as they arrive at various ports across the UK. Friday, 9 April 2010Read More |
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| New Tier 1 and Tier 2 Visa Recommendations Accepted | ||
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Proposed changes to Tiers 1 and 2 of the Points Based System (PBS) by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) have been accepted by the government. The new rules will take effect on 6th April 2010. Monday, 22 March 2010Read More |
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| Immigration is Good says UK Businesses | ||
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Amidst the recent criticism of migration across much of Westminster, a recent poll of 182 London firms has show that business need migrants to compete. Thursday, 18 March 2010Read More |
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| UK Denies Entry to Artists Academic and Authors | ||
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According to concerned petitioners, the introduction of the Points Based System (PBS) into the UK Immigration rules has left some academics, artists and authors with fruitless refusals. Thursday, 18 March 2010Read More |
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| London Mayor to host migrant conference | ||
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London Mayor Boris Johnson is set to hold a conference on Migration in the capital in the forthcoming weeks. The conference will invite 150 leaders and mayors from across Europe to talk about migration integration in to British Society. Tuesday, 23 February 2010Read More |
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| Migrant Workers still in High Demand | ||
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Despite the downturn of the UK economy in recent months, employers' remain enthusiastic at hiring migrant workers. Friday, 19 February 2010Read More |
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| UK Illegal Immigrants May Become Citizens | ||
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A proposal from the Liberal Democrats at Brent Council aims to convert illegal immigrants into fully fledged citizens - giving them full rights and responsibilities. The council is the sixth in the UK to support the cause. Friday, 5 February 2010Read More |
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| Temporary Student Visa suspension for Certain Countries | ||
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The UKBA has placed a temporary suspension on Student Visa applications from Bangladesh, Northern India and Nepal; with effect as of February 1st. Tuesday, 2 February 2010Read More |
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| UK Immigration Cap is a Con | ||
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Labour MP's have called out against Migration Watch and Tory leader David Cameron's suggestion that the UK population will hit 70 million. Wednesday, 27 January 2010Read More |
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| UK Home Office to Increase Government Immigration Fees | ||
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The Home Office has released new figures for the fees for its immigration and nationality services. The new figures, which will come in to effect as of April this year, are set above the normal administrative costs of the service. Whilst most services will see a rise of up to £100; one particular service will treble in cost - the dependent relative visa. Friday, 22 January 2010Read More |
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| Conservative leader proposes conservative cap on immigration | ||
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David Cameron, leader of the UK Conservative party has proposed a cap on UK immigration. If the elected PM at the next election, Cameron is proposing an annual cap on UK immigration to stop the population reaching the predicted 70 million. The cap could see net migration to the UK limited to the tens of thousands. Thursday, 21 January 2010Read More |
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| English language schools amidst a over-haul of student visas | ||
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English language schools are said to contribute £1.5 billion to the UK's economy on an annual basis and draw more than 600,000 students to the UK. Thursday, 21 January 2010Read More |
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| UK Border Agency (UKBA) implements rigorous checks to prevent illegal workers | ||
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The UK Hospitality sector has seen the largest number of employers who have breached illegal working legislation since the UK Border Agency (UKBA) started to implement rigorous checks last year in order to prevent illegal working. Friday, 24 April 2009Read More |
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| 14-year UK long residence rule relaxed | ||
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A person's application for Indefinite Leave to Remain (permanent residence) on the basis of 14 years residence cannot be refused because he/she has lived in the UK 'unlawfully' or 'worked unlawfully', according to a recent decision by the Court of Appeal. Friday, 24 April 2009Read More |
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| Work restrictions for eastern Europeans remain | ||
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The UK Government has recently announced that strict working restrictions for Eastern Europeans will be retained. Friday, 17 April 2009Read More |
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| Changes to indefinite leave to remain (ILR) for the highly skilled migrant programme (HSMP) | ||
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Prior to 3 April 2006, those under the HSMP who wished to apply for ILR were required to show that they had spent 4 years' continuous residence in the UK. On 3 April 2006, the 4 year qualifying period was increased to 5 years' qualifying residence. Due to this change, a large number of HSMP holders did not qualify for ILR. Thursday, 16 April 2009Read More |
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| Refusal to employ non-EEA nationals was race discrimination | ||
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A UK employer who does not accept job applications from non-EEA nationals who required a work permit is at risk of claims for indirect race discrimination, according to a recent legal case. Tuesday, 14 April 2009Read More |
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| Tough new rules target bogus colleges | ||
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A quarter of UK colleges who want to enrol overseas students have been denied a licence by the Home Office. Friday, 3 April 2009Read More |
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| East of England needs migrant workers to help beat recession | ||
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Whilst a growing number of unemployed local people are given support to find jobs or learn new skills, the East of England needs migrant workers to plug employment gaps and beat the recession. Friday, 27 March 2009Read More |
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| Stricter rules for skilled and highly skilled migrant workers | ||
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Stricter Immigration Rules for skilled and highly skilled migrant workers will take effect on 31 March 2009, raising the academic and financial requirements of two categories in Tier 1 of the points-based system. Tuesday, 24 March 2009Read More |
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| Migrant workers and foreign students to be charged 50 pounds to enter UK | ||
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Foreign workers and students from outside the European Union will have to pay £50 when arriving in the UK to help ease the impact of immigrants on public services. Thursday, 19 March 2009Read More |
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| UK circuses need well-trained migrant clowns and acrobats | ||
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Malcolm Clay, of the Association of Circus Proprietors of Great Britain, told the committee that they needed to bring performers from Eastern Europe and China. However they feared that although the new points-based system is a 'vast improvement' on the previous work permit system, Embassy staff have not been properly trained for the new system. Friday, 6 March 2009Read More |
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| Fees for visas and sponsor licences are due to increase in October 2010 | ||
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The Government has announced its proposed fee levels for all visa, immigration, sponsorship and nationality applications in 2009/10. Friday, 6 March 2009Read More |
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| Stricter immigration rules for migrant workers coming to the UK | ||
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Home Secretary Jacqui Smith has announced tougher measures to reduce the number of foreign workers wishing to enter the UK, and to give British workers a greater change of applying first for UK jobs. Tuesday, 24 February 2009Read More |
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| Identity cards for foreign nationals to extend to further immigration categories | ||
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Migrants from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) are expected to receive identity cards for foreign nationals. The cards replace the stickers or vignettes in passports. Wednesday, 18 February 2009Read More |
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| South Africans will need a visa to visit Britain | ||
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South Africans will be required to obtain visas to visit Britain under Government plans to close a route exploited by people smugglers, illegal immigrants and terror suspects. Wednesday, 18 February 2009Read More |
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| European Integration Fund to help UK migrants | ||
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The UK Border Agency has announced a call for tender for the European Integration Fund 2007-2008. The European Integration Fund is aimed at legally newly arrived migrants within the last five years who are not asylum seekers or refugees. Wednesday, 4 February 2009Read More |
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| US Embassy Relaxes Visa Renewal Procedure | ||
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The US Embassy in Ghana has made the renewal procedure of certain US visas much easier for eligible applicants. It is hopeful that these procedures will be followed in other US embassies and consulates located in other countries. Wednesday, 4 February 2009Read More |
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| Record numbers of work permits issued for migrants | ||
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More than 150,000 foreigners from outside the EU were allowed to work in the UK last year, a figure almost four times higher than when the Labour government took power in 1997. Wednesday, 28 January 2009Read More |
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| Million new jobs go to migrants | ||
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Foreign workers have taken almost all the new jobs created in the UK in the past 7 years. The research into the UK labour market since 2001, published by the think-tank Migrationwatch, shows that 1.08 million out of the 1.34 million new jobs created since 2001 have gone to non-UK citizens. Wednesday, 28 January 2009Read More |
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| Sponsoring students under the points-based system for immigration | ||
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Education providers who want to bring non-EEA students must have a licence and comply with their sponsorship duties under the Tier 4 category of the points-based system. Friday, 23 January 2009Read More |
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| Government's new bill shakes up the route to citizenship | ||
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A bill which requires newcomers to the UK to earn the right to stay here was recently published in Parliament. Wednesday, 21 January 2009Read More |
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| UK immigration system commits to protect children | ||
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The welfare of children in Britain’s immigration system is a top priority, according to new UK Border Agency guidelines announced on 6 January 2009. Monday, 12 January 2009Read More |
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| HSMP changes in UK immigration rules may allow 2,500 Indian professionals to return | ||
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Due to the unlawful changes to the immigration rules, an estimated 2,500 highly skilled Indian workers were forced to leave Britain, but may now be allowed to return to the UK. Wednesday, 23 April 2008Read More |
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| UK immigration court victory for highly skilled migrants | ||
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Britain's High Court has recently declared that changes to the UK’s Highly Skilled Migrants Programme (HSMP) were unfair and unlawful. Monday, 14 April 2008Read More |
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| English language test welcomed in UKs new immigration system | ||
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The United Kingdom has approved the use of the TOEFL® test (Test of English as a Foreign Language) in its new immigration points-based system. Thursday, 3 April 2008Read More |
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| UK economy will gain 77bn GBP thanks to skilled migration | ||
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By 2012, skilled migrant workers will contribute over £77 billion to the UK economy, says a recent report, “Future Flows”, by global recruitment consultancy, Harvey Nash. Tuesday, 1 April 2008Read More |
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| 212,000 skilled migrants to work in the UK this year | ||
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The number of skilled migrants coming to live and work in Britain will reach an all-time peak this year, experts predicted this week. Wednesday, 26 March 2008Read More |
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| Immigrant workers collect 28 million GBP in child benefits | ||
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Since entering the European Union in 2004, Poland and seven other eastern European states have collected 28 million GBP in Child Benefit money for children not living in the UK. Tuesday, 25 March 2008Read More |
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| UK immigration to crack down on fraud | ||
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New immigration rules are being put in place to prevent UK visa fraud. These more stringent rules will come into affect this month. Thursday, 20 March 2008Read More |
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| UK increasingly popular with overseas and local students | ||
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Everybody wants to study in the UK, or so it seems, as a recent report showed that there's been an almost 7% (over 26,000) increase in applications to UK universities and colleges in 2008. Friday, 7 March 2008Read More |
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| New immigration rules will give UK a boost | ||
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The new points-based system for immigrants, which has come into force on last week Friday, the 29th of February, will let the right people into the UK, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown had stated. Tuesday, 4 March 2008Read More |
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| Highly skilled migrants bring clever balance to UK | ||
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Britain is enjoying an influx of highly skilled migrants, whose numbers outweigh those leaving the country, a recent survey revealed. Saturday, 1 March 2008Read More |
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| Unveiled: New UK immigration points-based system | ||
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The UK's new points-based immigration system is finally seeing the light of day, as the UK Government has just published its details. The big day will be on the 29th of February when it will come into effect. Monday, 11 February 2008Read More |
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| Overseas students flock to Britain | ||
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Britain is fast catching up to America's reputation as the most popular place for overseas students to study, according to a survey published last week. Monday, 4 February 2008Read More |
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| Why highly skilled migrants should act now: New UK immigration points-based system in the pipeline | ||
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If you would like to live and work in the United Kingdom, now is the best time to apply for a working visa, as from the 1st of March 2008, the current Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) and UK Work Permit scheme will be replaced by a brand new points-based system. Tuesday, 15 January 2008Read More |
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| Further Details of New Points Based Immigration Scheme Released | ||
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The UK Government plans to implement a new Australian style points based system to manage migration to the UK more effectively. Friday, 20 April 2007Read More |
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| Minister Announces Sweeping Changes to UK Immigration System | ||
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2008 will see the introduction of a new UK immigration scheme to reward highly skilled migrants, says Liam Byrne, UK Immigration Minister. Thursday, 19 April 2007Read More |
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| Forthcoming Changes in UK Immigration Categories | ||
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In the past few weeks, the Home Office has announced key changes to several visa categories. Tuesday, 3 April 2007Read More |
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| UK Second Best Market for Property Investment | ||
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According to new figures issued by Assetz Property Investment Tracker the UK is the second most profitable country for buy to let investors. Monday, 2 April 2007Read More |
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| Minister announces immigration reform plans | ||
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Home Office minister Liam Byrne outlines new measures for immigration control. Wednesday, 28 March 2007Read More |
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| How will IRIS affect border control? | ||
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The UK has introduced a new fast and secure method of clearing immigration method called IRIS Recognition Immigration System). IRIS recognises someone by the pattern of his or her iris which is also the most personally distinct external physical characteristic. Wednesday, 21 March 2007Read More |
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| Entry clearance fees to be introduced! | ||
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The Home Office and Foreign Commonwealth Office have announced the introduction of new fees for entry clearance for those applying to come into the UK to visit, study, live or work.
Monday, 19 March 2007Read More |
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| Certificate of Approval Update | ||
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Following a High Court ruling, the Home Office has now relaxed the criteria for obtaining a Certificate of Approval (COA) for couples who wish to get married or enter into civil partnership in the UK. Wednesday, 14 March 2007Read More |
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| Australian Public Holiday - Monday, 12th of March 2007 | ||
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We wish to advise our clients that our Australian office will be closed on 12th March, 2007 for Labour Day. Friday, 9 March 2007Read More |
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| Hike in UK Immigration and Nationality fees | ||
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The UK Government has announced new fees for immigration and nationality which will come into effect from April 2007. Friday, 9 March 2007Read More |
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| Knowledge of Life in the UK introduced for Settlement | ||
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The UK Government has introduced an additional requirement of language knowledge and “life in the UK” for those adults who are applying for indefinite leave to remain on or after 2nd April 2007. Wednesday, 7 March 2007Read More |
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| UK economy performance praised by IMF | ||
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International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that UK’s macroeconomic performance remains ‘impressive’. Tuesday, 6 March 2007Read More |
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| New TB test for Pakistan | ||
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New requirements have been revealed for applicants in Pakistan who wish to come to the UK for longer than 6 months. Monday, 5 March 2007Read More |
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| Updated guidelines for work permit holders! | ||
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Revised guidelines have been issued by Work Permit UK affecting work permit holders on a six months work permit or less. Saturday, 3 March 2007Read More |
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| Opportunities for student nurses to study in the UK | ||
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Great opportunities are now open to nurses to work in the over 20,000 private care homes for the elderly in Britain. Thursday, 1 March 2007Read More |
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| Opportunities for student nurses to study in the UK | ||
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Great opportunities are open to nurses to work in the over 20,000 private care homes for the elderly in Britain. Thursday, 1 March 2007Read More |
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| Opportunities for student nurses to study in the UK. | ||
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Great opportunities are open to nurses to work in the over 20,000 private care homes for the elderly in Britain. Thursday, 1 March 2007Read More |
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| Plight of Overseas Doctors | ||
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The British High Court has refused a judicial review of the changes made to the Immigration Rules abolishing the permit-free training for overseas doctors. Saturday, 17 February 2007Read More |
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| Overseas Workers contribute to growing UK Economy | ||
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The UK economy is booming! The country has experienced the fastest economic growth since 2004 which had led companies to step up hiring both domestic and overseas workers. Wednesday, 14 February 2007Read More |
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| UNFAIRNESS IN DEALING WITH HSMP WORKERS DEBATED IN UK GOVERMENT | ||
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The case of highly skilled Indian migrants was debated in the British Parliament. Friday, 9 February 2007Read More |
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| Border Bill achieves second reading without a vote | ||
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New laws intended to tighten the Government's grip on immigration after a string of headline-grabbing fiascos have cleared their first Commons hurdle. Tuesday, 6 February 2007Read More |
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| UK BORDERS BILL ACHIEVES SECOND READING WITHOUT A VOTE | ||
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New laws intended to tighten the Government's grip on immigration after a string of headline-grabbing fiascos have cleared their first Commons hurdle. Tuesday, 6 February 2007Read More |
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| NEW TECHNOLOGY AT BIRMIMGHAM AIRPORT HELPS STRENGHTEN UK BORDER | ||
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New biometric technology launched at Birmingham Airport today has been introduced to boost Britain's border controls. Monday, 5 February 2007Read More |
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| New Airport Technology Strengthens UK Border | ||
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New biometric technology launched at Birmingham Airport today has been introduced to boost Britain's border controls. Monday, 5 February 2007Read More |
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| NEW TECHNOLOGY AT BIRMIMGHAM AIRPORT HELPS STRENGHTEN UK BORDER | ||
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New biometric technology launched at Birmingham Airport today has been introduced to boost Britain's border controls. Monday, 5 February 2007Read More |
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| Macedonias Bid for EU Membership | ||
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Macedonia is looking to be the next possible EU member, following in the footsteps of Bulgaria and Romania. Wednesday, 31 January 2007Read More |
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| Chinese Embassy closed 17/02/07 - 21/02/07 | ||
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The Embassy will be closed from 17th until 21st of February for the celebration of the Chinese New Year. Saturday, 27 January 2007Read More |
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| New TB Test for Ghana and Kenya | ||
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From 5 February 2007, visa applicants in Ghana and Kenya applying for UK visas valid for stays longer than six months will need to provide with their visa application a certificate confirming that they are free from infectious tuberculosis (TB). Saturday, 27 January 2007Read More |
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| UK suspends Working Holiday Visas | ||
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Suspension is still in place for some countries participating in the Working Holiday Maker Scheme. Saturday, 20 January 2007Read More |
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| United Nations fall under Concession | ||
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United Nations: for Nationality purposes the Home Office has clarified that UN employees will now fall under a concession. Monday, 15 January 2007Read More |
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| Bulgaria and Romania Join the EU | ||
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From 1st January 2007, as European Economic Area (EEA) nationals, Bulgarians and Romanians will be able to move and reside freely in any EU Member State. Monday, 1 January 2007Read More |
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| MIGRATION FROM EEA KEY TO UK GROWTH AND PROSPERITY | ||
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The influx of migrants from Eastern Europe has helped Britain’s economy to thrive. Monday, 24 April 2006Read More |
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| UNITED KINGDOM GROWING AT RECORD PACE THANKS TO IMMIGRATION | ||
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According to the National Statistics Office, 2004 was a record year for the number of newcomers to the United Kingdom. Wednesday, 12 April 2006Read More |
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| HOME OFFICE ANNOUNCES CHANGES IN UK ANCESTRY VISA | ||
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The Home Office has announced a change to the UK Ancestry visa. Holders of this visa will now be allowed to remain in the UK for five years. Saturday, 8 April 2006Read More |
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| HOME OFFICE WORKING TOWARDS MAKING IMMIGRATION PROCESS FAIR AND OPEN | ||
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The Home Office continues its commitment to making the UK immigration process as accountable and fair possible. Saturday, 8 April 2006Read More |
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| IMMIGRATIOIN MINISTER ANNOUCES GREATER CO-OPERATION WITH SCOTLAND | ||
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Home Office Minister Tony McNulty explained some of the government’s new immigration measures in Scotland. Saturday, 8 April 2006Read More |
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| NEW IMMIGRATION, ASYLUM AND NATIONALITY ACT | ||
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On March 30, 2006 a new law affecting immigrants to the United Kingdom was given royal assent. Saturday, 8 April 2006Read More |
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| UK VISA SERVICE IMPROVEMENTS IN NIGERIA | ||
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The United Kingdom High Commission Nigeria has announced improvements to its UK visa service in Nigeria. Saturday, 8 April 2006Read More |
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