Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK

Raising the English fluency level will allow migrants to contribute and integrate into British life. Migrants will need to speak English to a higher standard if they wish to stay permanently in the UK, under landmark reforms introduced.   They are being given a full year’s notice to prepare – giving the best opportunity to integrate … Continue reading Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK →

Move to eVisas update

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical immigration documents with a digital immigration status, known as an eVisa eVisas will replace all visa stickers in 2026 From 12th January 2026, most people granted a visit visa, and some other visa types will be told that they will get an eVisa as well as a visa sticker.    Most people … Continue reading Move to eVisas update →

New Resources to tackle unregulated immigration advice

Digital posters and leaflets are now available in three additional languages for regulated organisations, ambassadors, and charities to download and share. The Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) has updated its range of promotional materials to help advice seekers understand why regulated immigration advice matters, the risks of unregulated advice, and how to report poor or illegal … Continue reading New Resources to tackle unregulated immigration advice →

A fairer pathway to UK settlement

The Home Secretary's statement setting out significant reforms to the UK’s legal migration model. Oral statement to Parliament 20th November 2025 Madam Deputy Speaker, with your permission I will make a statement on a fairer pathway to settlement for migrants. The story of migration in this country is woven through my own. My father came … Continue reading A fairer pathway to UK settlement →

Update on the move to eVisas

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical immigration documents with a digital immigration status, known as an eVisa. Moving to a digital immigration system UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are developing a digital immigration system. This means replacing physical documents with a digital record of identity and immigration status. This is known as an … Continue reading Update on the move to eVisas →

Rogue employer visa sponsor licences revoked

More than twice the number of licences were revoked in the first year of this government than the year before, showing delivery of real action to secure our border Record numbers of employers have been banned from sponsoring foreign workers under a crackdown on abuse of the immigration system, as ministers continue to roll up … Continue reading Rogue employer visa sponsor licences revoked →