Statement of Changes 24 June 2025
- statement of changes
- Jun 26
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On 24 June 2025, the Home Office published a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules. We have summarised the key changes for you below: Appendix Long Residence – Effective from 29 July 2025 The qualifying period requirements are being changed to clarify that time spent as a British citizen is considered lawful presence, except
Read MoreImmigration White Paper 2025 Announcement
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- May 16
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On 12 May 2025, the Prime Minister has made an announcement on the proposals for future immigration legislation which has been published in the government’s white paper. We have summarised proposals from the paper below: Changes to English Language requirement: Language requirements for Skilled Workers and workers where a language requirement already applies will be increased from
Read MoreUK’s New Citizenship Rules Could Prevent Refugees and Migrants from Becoming British Citizens
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- Feb 13
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Recent changes to the UK’s “Good Character” guidance, effective from 10 February 2025, could block refugees and migrants who initially entered the UK illegally but later obtained Leave to Remain from gaining British citizenship. The policy states that individuals who entered the UK unlawfully, including those fleeing dangerous situations, will “normally” be refused citizenship. This
Read MoreDeadline to update BRP to eVisa extended to 31 March 2025
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- Dec 10
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BRPs are being replaced by eVisas. An eVisa is an online record of your immigration status. UKVI are phasing out the use of physical BRP cards and transitioning to electronic eVisas. Anyone with permission to stay in the UK will find that their BRP is valid until 31 December 2024. UKVI have been advising all
Read MoreStatement of Changes to the Immigration Rules 10 September 2024
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- Sep 11
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Following an update to the Immigration Rules on 10 September, we will set out the key changes: Jordan is added to Appendix Visitor Visa national list Jordan has now been added to the Visit Visa national list and removed from the list authorised to use Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). This is effective from 10 September
Read MoreNew statement of changes to the Immigration Rules
The Home Office has released the statement of changes to the Immigration Rules on 4 April 2024 stating the following: • The general salary threshold under the Skilled Worker route is being increased from £26,200 to £38,700, except for the workers sponsored under the Health and Care visa. • The general salary threshold for the
Read MoreNews about Income Thresholds for Family and Skilled Worker Visas
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- Jan 31
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News about Income Thresholds for Family and Skilled Worker Visas A ministerial statement issued today has officially affirmed that two declarations of amendments are anticipated in the ensuing months. The initial modification will revoke the entitlement of care workers to bring dependents, while the subsequent alteration will see an increase in the minimum income threshold
Read MoreThe UK Home Secretary has proposed a new five-point plan to reduce legal immigration
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- Dec 13
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Home Secretary James Cleverly has presented the government with a new five-point plan to reduce legal immigration recently, mainly targeted at health and care visas, which have increased significantly in recent years. The plan includes: Restricting health and care visa holders from bringing their dependants to the UK, and requiring all care firms to be
Read MoreLatest news about the Online Immigration Status (eVisa)
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- Nov 1
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Recent Home Office developments confirm that a digital immigration system, known as eVisa is replacing the: Biometric Residence Permits (BRP) Biometric Residence Cards (BRC) Passport endorsements Entry clearance visa vignette An eVisa will show record of your immigration status and conditions of leave to enter or remain in the UK. To prove your status digitally,
Read MoreLatest news about the EU Settlement Scheme that will take place from September 2023
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- Aug 14
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Recent Home Office developments confirm that from September 2023, those who hold Pre-Settled Status will automatically have their status extended before it lapses for a further two years, without the need to make an application. This will also apply for those who have not yet acquired Settled Status during the time that their Pre-Settled Status
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