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Cut foreign worker reliance, deport illegal immigrants: UK's crackdown plan

The changes will impact Indians trying to enter the UK illegally and also those who wish to work in the country legally

Switch to UK's new eVisa by March 2025: Here's a step-by-step guide

Over 3.1 million people have already moved to the digital system

UK introduces grace period for transition to eVisa system until March 2025

The UK on Wednesday introduced a grace period until March 2025, during which time expired physical documentation will be accepted for international travel as visa holders make the transition to an entirely online eVisa system. As part of an ongoing Home Office drive, all visa holders including many Indians using a physical biometric residence permit (BRP), a passport containing a visa vignette sticker or ink stamp confirming their indefinite leave to enter/remain in the country, or biometric residence card (BRC) as evidence of their immigration rights, were given until the end of December to make the switch to an eVisa. While the Home Office claims over 3.1 million people have already switched over to an eVisa, there are believed to be several others who have been unable to meet the year-end deadline having encountered technical issues, among other reasons. For those who are yet to switch to an eVisa, a wide range of guidance and support is available, said Seema Malhotra, UK ...

What happens when UK study visa expires for Indians? Options explained

Most countries offer post-study work visas, allowing graduates time to find work after completing their studies

UK's Graduate Route visa to stay unchanged; relief for Indian students

Everyone recognises that Indian students are phenomenal. Indian alumni are leading globally, including at the World Bank and beyond," says UK's Lord Karan Bilimoria

UK to start ETA for non-visa travellers in 2025: What this means for you

The UK Home Office has introduced the ETA scheme, which operates similarly to the US ESTA system

UK drops Rs 41 lakh minimum income rule for Family Visa, relief for Indians

The planned hike had raised concerns among analysts about its potential impact on lower-income families

Advantage for Indians? UK may soon face skilled worker shortage in key jobs

In contrast, the US, China, India, Germany, and Brazil have robust talent networks across all sectors analysed by Hays

UK elections: Will Starmer's reign give Indian students a reason to cheer?

With Keir Starmer as the new Prime Minister, do international students, particularly from India, have a reason to cheer? Experts answer

How UK migration curbs could shrink workforce, limit economic growth

Migration curbs could further shrink the workforce, increasing wage and price pressures and limiting economic growth

UK PM Rishi Sunak plans to cap work and family visas annually: Details here

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged that a new Conservative government would cut the number of available visas each year

Impact of UK visa rules on caregivers: Stranded Indian workers seek help

"The British people deserve an immigration system that puts their interests first", said UK Home Secretary James Cleverly

Studying in the UK costs Rs 30-40 lakh/year: Key factors to consider

Study abroad: With rising tuition fees, living expenses, and unpredictable currency fluctuations, managing your finances effectively is crucial

Living, tuition, food: Cost breakdown for Indians planning to study in UK

Studying in the UK comes with a significant financial cost

UK universities risk closure due to curbs on international students: Report

UK Migration Advisory Committee found a dramatic 63% drop in postgraduate student registrations for the upcoming academic year

UK's Graduate Route Visa to continue: Key benefits for Indian students

The UK Migration Advisory Committee has recommended keeping the graduate route work visa, also known as the post-study work (PSW) visa, in its current form

Impact of UK visa changes: 80% drop in dependents accompanying students

The UK said, "this does not mark the end of the road in our plan to cut migration, there is more still to come"

69% Indians prefer US for higher education over UK, Canada, shows survey

Parents/guardians are the biggest influencers in shaping the decision to pursue education abroad among Indian students

UK Family Visa's $36,397 cap now applies to all, including Indian descents

UK Family Visa: We have reached a tipping point with mass migration. There is no simple solution or easy decision which cuts numbers to levels acceptable to the British people," said British govt

Higher income threshold regime to apply for UK Family Visa comes into force

The minimum income required for British citizens and residents, including those of Indian heritage, wanting to sponsor their relatives on a Family Visa increased by over 55 per cent from Thursday, as the incremental increase in salary thresholds announced by the government last year are enforced. Starting Thursday, for someone to be sponsored to come to the UK on a Family Visa, they must have a minimum annual salary of GBP 29,000, up from GBP 18,600. By early next year, this will have increased two more times to match the Skilled Worker visa salary threshold of GBP 38,700. The UK Home Office said it marks the final measure in Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Home Secretary James Cleverly's package to reduce legal migration and ensure those arriving here do not burden the taxpayer. We have reached a tipping point with mass migration. There is no simple solution or easy decision which cuts numbers to levels acceptable to the British people, said Cleverly. I promised action and we have