UK student visa changes ahead

It seems the UK government are determined to bring about big changes to student visas.

In a recent speech, the Immigration Minister re-iterated his determination to further strengthen the student visa system and clamp down on abuse. His main target is the privately funded student sector which he claims is more open to abuse.

The current proposals which the government has been consulting on include;

reducing the number of people coming to the UK to study at below degree level;

introducing a tougher English language requirement;

ensuring that students wishing to extend their studies show evidence of academic progression;

limiting students' entitlements to work and their ability to bring in dependants; and

improving the accreditation process for education providers, alongside more rigorous
inspections

For more information, please see;

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/newsarticles/2011/february/02-consultation-closes-on-tier-4

For information on all aspects of UK immigration, then please check out our website;

http://www.commonwealthimmigration.com/immigration-consultants-uk.htm