UK Government Tightens Up Tier 1 Visa Requirements
In July 2010, two important changes were introduced for migrants making initial applications under Tier 1 (General) of the points-based system. Read more...
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Changes To UK Points Criteria
Following a scheduled review of its 2 year-old point-based immigration system, the UK Government has introduced new measures to fine-tune it to the needs of the UK economy.. read more...
Proposed fee levels for visas and sponsor licences in 2009/10
The Government announced on 12 February 2009 its proposed fee levels for all visa, immigration and nationality applications and services in 2009/10. Read more...
Government's new bill shakes up the route to citizenship
A bill to make newcomers to the UK earn the right to stay here, strengthen the border, and ensure we have a firm but fair immigration system was published in Parliament on 15 January 2009. Read more...
