MAC’s UK Family Visa Review: ‘Lower Salary Threshold’

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The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has today published its long-awaited review of the financial requirement for UK family visas. Commissioned in response to widespread criticism of the Conservative government’s decision to raise the threshold from £18,600 to £29,000, and with a proposed increase to £38,700 still under consideration, the MAC was asked by the Labour […]

UK Student Visa Work Rules: What You Need to Know

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As an international student in the UK, working while studying offers you the chance to earn money, gain experience, improve language skills and meet people. But with so much opportunity in the UK, you’ll also need to take care that you don’t break the conditions of your visa. In light of current labour shortages in […]

Family Visa UK: Routes to Stay Together

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The UK immigration system provides several routes for families to reunite or stay together in Britain, with specific family visa categories for specific family relationships and circumstances. While the opportunity to reunite with family is a fundamental aspect of the UK family visa system, making a UK family visa application has become challenging and can […]

Government Authorised Exchange Visa Guide UK

Government Authorised Exchange Visa

The Government Authorised Exchange visa allows individuals to come to the UK for a short period to gain work experience, undertake training, participate in an Overseas Government Language Programme, or engage in research or a fellowship through an approved government-authorised exchange scheme. Applicants must secure a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed UK sponsor, such […]