UK ‘Visa Brake’ Comes Into Force, Blocking New Student and Certain Skilled-Worker Visas
Refugee and Humanitarian Protection Period Cut to 30 Months as New Rules Take Effect
Last-Minute Rush for UK Student Visas Strains University CAS Systems
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Home Office Confirms 8 April Fee Hike Across UK Visa Categories
The Home Office has published final details of visa fee increases taking effect on 8 April 2026. Graduate Route fees rise to £937, visitor visas by 10 %, and Certificates of Sponsorship by 120 %. Employers and migrants have two weeks to submit applications under current rates.
UK Adds Visa Requirement for Nicaragua & St Lucia Travellers—Six-Week Grace Period Announced
The Home Office has re-designated Nicaragua and St Lucia as visa-national countries. From 6 March 2026 travellers must hold a UK visa, although those with bookings and ETAs made before that date can still enter until 16 April. Businesses must act quickly to secure visas for employees and update travel advice.