The Student visa or Tier 4 scheme has many changes that will be introduced over the next 12 months. All aspects of the Tier 4 points-based system will be changing such as; English Language requirements, greater restrictions for sponsors, work entitlements and leading on from that the eventual withdrawal Tier 1 (post-study work). The initial […]
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New Settlement Requirements
The UK Border Agency has announced significant changes to the Settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) criteria. These will take effect from 06 April 2011. The requirements will include; Criminal records check The applicant must have no unspent criminal convictions at the time of application. Minimum income requirement All Tier 1 (General), Tier 2 (General) and […]
Revised Life in the UK Requirement for Settlement
From the 06 April 2011 all Skilled and Highly Skilled Migrants wanting to settle in the UK must pass a Life in the UK Test only, to demonstrate that they have met the knowledge of language and life (KOL) requirement. This applies to the following categories; Tier 1 (Exceptional talent) Tier 1 (General) Tier 1 […]
Annual Limit – Important Changes to Tier 2
From the 06 April 2011 the Immigration Cap for Non-European Union nationals is in force. This will apply for all migrants applying to work in the UK. Annual Limit for Tier 2 (General) All Tier 2 (General) applications will be subject to the annual immigration cap. There is now a limit of 20,700 places from […]
New English Language Test Providers
The UK Border Agency has released a new list of approved English Language providers. Any English tests which have been booked or taken for Tiers 1 and 2 will be accepted as long as they are sent to the UK Border Agency before 17 May 2011. After this date all English tests must be from […]
New UK Border Agency Fees
New immigration fees have now been implemented. All applications from 06 April 2011 for foreign nationals applying to visit, study, work or settle in the UK, and for employers and education providers applying for a sponsor licence will be effected. Please make sure you consider this when making new applications.
Update on Closure of Certificate Of Approval
The Certificate of Approval Scheme (COA) is due to close on the 9 May 2011, subject to Parliamentary approval. Any migrant that wants to get married in the UK will be required to attain a COA up until the scheme is abolished. The government is likely to take a much tougher approach towards migrants getting […]
Closure of Tier 1 Post-Study Work Visa
From April 2012 Tier 1 (post-study work) visa will be closed. Migrants on Tier 4 (General)/Student Visa will be allowed to switch to Tier 2 (General) if they meet the required criteria. Students graduating after this date with a UK degree, PGCE, PGDE from a Recognised or Listed Body will be able to apply for a […]
