The Home Secretary has announced a comprehensive strategy to reduce migration levels and tackle issues within the immigration system.
π Key Measures:
π« End to Dependants’ Entry: No more entry for dependants arriving in the UK.
πΌ Salary Thresholds: Increased minimum salaries for overseas workers and sponsors.
βοΈ Addressing Exploitation: Measures to combat exploitation within the immigration system.
π Impact on Net Migration: Approximately 300,000 individuals who arrived in the UK last year may no longer be eligible.
ποΈ Changes Coming in April 2024:
π° Skilled Workers’ Earning Threshold: Raised from Β£26,200 to Β£38,700.
π€ Family Sponsorship Income Requirement: Increased to Β£38,700.
π Graduate Visa Route Review: Under consideration.
π« Dependents for Student visa Holders: No longer allowed from January 2024.
π©Ή Health and Care Workers: 101,000 Health and Care visas issued, with 120,000 visas granted to dependants.
πΌ Visa Applicants Note: Immigration health surcharge will increase to Β£1,035 per year from Jan 2024.
Stay tuned for further updatesβ¦
https://smartmove2uk.com/new-uk-visa-rules-significant-changes-ahead/