There are many UK Immigration Rules changes happening in the UK right now. You can find out more clarity about the current and upcoming law changes in this post.
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International students, businesses, and visa holders are all impacted by the UK’s accelerating immigration reform. Both migrants and sponsors are advised to carefully consider these changes and prepare for impending deadlines due to digitalisation, more stringent eligibility requirements, and increased expenses.
📌 October 9, 2025: The Migration Advisory Committee releases the Temporary Shortage List (TSL) Stage 1 Report.
Stage 1 of the Migration Advisory Committee’s (MAC) evaluation of the Temporary Shortage List (TSL) was released. 82 professions that are deemed essential to the UK’s industrial strategy and national infrastructure are identified in the report and will proceed to Stage 2 of the review.
By July 2026, final recommendations are anticipated.
- TSL-NHS Employers’ Stage 1 Report
- UK Announces 82 Jobs with Temporary Worker Visas
📌 EU Entry/Exit System (EES) Launches on October 12, 2025
With the official inauguration of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), non-EU travellers can now use an automated biometric system in place of manual passport stamping.
Upon entering the Schengen area for the first time, British nationals are now required to register their fingerprints and facial photographs. By April 2026, the system will be completely functional.
- Government Advice for British Passengers
📌 October 14, 2025: Significant Statement of Changes to Immigration Rules
In line with the May 2025 Immigration White Paper and its Plan for Change, the UK government released a comprehensive Statement of Changes.
Important changes consist of:
- As of January 8, 2026, the English language proficiency criterion for Scale-up, High Potential Individual (HPI), and Skilled Worker pathways has been raised to B2.
- For the majority of applicants, the two-year graduate visa period was shortened to 18 months on January 1, 2027.
- The Immigration Skills Charge (ISC) would rise by 32% starting on December 16, 2025.
- Beginning on November 4, 2025, the HPI route will be extended to graduates of the top 100 universities worldwide.
- Botswana nationals now need a visa (as of October 14, 2025).
- As of November 11, 2025, “Part Suitability” will take the place of Part 9 (Grounds for Refusal) in the Immigration Rules.
Later in 2025, other plans for citizenship modifications and earned settlement are anticipated.
📌 October 14, 2025: Botswana citizens now need a visa in order to enter the UK
Botswana citizens will need a visa in order to enter the UK starting at 3 p.m. BST on October 14, 2025. Until November 25, 2025, those with pre-booked trips are subject to a six-week changeover period.
📌 October 14, 2025: Updated “No Time Limit” Guidance
The “No Time Limit” policy for converting indefinite leave to a biometric residency permit has undergone minor revisions. The new Part Suitability rules for refusal judgements are reflected in the updated advice.
- HC 1333 Explanatory Memorandum
📌 October 17, 2025: Launch of Stage 2 of the Temporary Shortage List Review
For Stage 2 of its TSL review, the MAC launched a Call for Evidence. Only jobs that are backed by a clear Jobs Plan will be taken into account.
- Stage 2 Consultation for Temporary Shortage List
📌 October 21, 2025: Sponsor Licence Priority Fees Increased
With effect from October 21, 2025, priority processing fees for Sponsor Licence applications increased to £750 (from £500) and for post-licence modifications to £350 (from £200).
- Update on Home Office Fees
📌 October 22, 2025: Immigration Advice Authority (IAA) Power Expansion Proposal
The Proceeds of Crime Act of 2002 would allow the IAA to take revenues from unregulated or dishonest immigration advisers, according to a new Home Office study.
- Official Declaration
📌 October 27, 2025: Updated Appendix FM Guidance
Partners and children of people with protection status (refugees or humanitarian protection) are now eligible under the Appendix FM advice. The move comes after Appendix Family Reunion (Protection) petitions were suspended starting in September 2025.
- Advice on Family Life and Unusual Circumstances
📌 Consultation on Increasing Right to Work Checks on October 29, 2025
In order to expand Right to Work checks beyond employees to self-employed people, subcontractors, and gig workers, the government started a survey. The deadline for the consultation is December 10, 2025.
- Consultation on Right to Work
📌 eVisas Expanded to Additional Visa Routes on October 30, 2025
More visa categories, such as dependents and settlement applications, will switch from paper visa vignettes to digital eVisas starting on October 30, 2025. Candidates will use their UKVI account to view their immigration status.
- Update on eVisa
📌 November 4, 2025: Expansion of the High Potential Individual (HPI) Route
Graduates from all of the top 100 colleges in the world are now eligible for the HPI visa, which has an annual cap of 8,000 visas.
- Individual Visa with High Potential
📌 November 11, 2025: Updated Student Rules and Global Talent Route
The Global Talent visa list now includes 27 additional awards, enabling candidates to apply without an endorsement.
Group projects can now be used by architects as proof of accomplishment.
Part 9 is replaced with Part Suitability, which broadens the grounds for rejection across all visa categories.
Funds for student visa maintenance rose to:
In London, £1,529 per month (up to £13,761 total)
Outside of London, £1,171 each month (up to £10,539 total)
- HC 1333 Statement of Changes
📌 Students May Change to an Innovator Founder Visa on November 25, 2025
After finishing the course, students can now immediately transition into the Innovator Founder visa and work for themselves while their application is being processed.
- Rules for Innovator Founder Visa Switching
📌 Immigration Skills Charge Raised on December 16, 2025
The annual Immigration Skills Charge (ISC) has increased by 32% to £1,320 for major sponsors and £480 for small sponsors.
- Additional Modifications to the Immigration System
📌 Higher English Language Requirement Introduced on January 8, 2026
CEFR Level B2, rather than B1, is now required for new applicants seeking Skilled Worker, HPI, and Scale-up visas. Current visa holders are unaffected.
📌 Graduate Visa Duration Reduced on January 1, 2027
For the majority of degree holders, the two-year graduate visa period will be shortened to eighteen months starting in January 2027. Three years will still be granted to PhD grads.
- Graduate Visa Information
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