News & Updates

The government’s Statement of Changes, published on 5 March 2026, introduced a wide range of updates to the immigration system. Click above, for a clear date ordered overview to help you understand what’s changing and when.

From 26 March 2026, the UK Government will refuse new Student Visa applications submitted outside the UK by nationals of:

Afghanistan
Cameroon
Myanmar
Sudan

Click above to find out more.

If you are planning overseas travel we advise you consult the UK Government websiteLink opens in a new window and local authorities for the latest information and advice relating to the area you wish to visit. You should also be aware of the potential for travel disruption on both outbound and return journeys. Conditions may change quickly, and you are advised to take this into account when making decisions about whether or not to travel.

The Home Office expanded the list of eligible institutions for the HPI Visa.

Visit Visa applications submitted from 25/02/2026 will no longer receive physical vignettes in the passport. You will only receice a digital eVisa and must create a UKVI account to access the eVisa.

From 26 February 2026 the ETA transitional period will be ending and the scheme will be fully enforced. Read on to find out more.

The Student Visa Advice Service hosts weekly online Q&A sessions for current students. Topics include the Student visa, Graduate Route and Masters Visa Extension.

The Home Office is running a new pilot scheme by sending out visa expiry reminders to students and their dependents. These messages are simply for your awareness and there’s no need to be concerned.

There are some recent changes to the immigration rules announced by the government on 14th October 2025. The following are the main changes affecting our students:

Student Route - Increase to maintenance requirements from 11 November 2025

Graduate Route Visa - The length of permission will be reduced for applications submitted on or after January 2027

Global Talent Visa - List of eligible prizes expanded

The government has announced several changes to the immigration rules mainly surrounding Skilled Worker Visa. Please read on to find out more.