Visa & Immigration News
UK visa, immigration, and study news for Nigerians: Skilled Worker, student, visitor visas and settlement.
Policy changes, fees, processing times, and embassy updates, newest first.
The UK Home Office updated its guidance on the Hong Kong British National (Overseas) route, allowing dependent children to qualify for settlement without a 5-year waiting period. This change streamlines the process for families seeking indefinite leave to remain.
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The UK Home Office announced significant changes to immigration rules, closing pathways for extending stays and emphasizing the Skilled Worker route. The new rules take effect on 8 October 2026, with further updates scheduled for later dates.
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The UK government has introduced a special visa route for foreign military personnel and certain civilian employees, allowing their family members to join them. This route does not lead to permanent residency and excludes members of International Reserve Forces.
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Citizens of 34 European countries can now enter Britain using an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) instead of a visa. The ETA allows stays of up to six months and simplifies the travel process by eliminating the need for in-person visa appointments.
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The UK government has specified immigration pathways for foreign military veterans, allowing those with at least four years of service to apply for permanent residency. Serving members are exempt from immigration control, but their families must follow standard immigration rules.
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New Zealand has increased scrutiny of international student visa applications, resulting in a refusal rate of 34% from July to September 2026. Concerns about fraudulent documents have led to heightened reviews, particularly affecting applicants from Nigeria and other countries.
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The UK government has outlined five essential checks for Nigerians and other foreign nationals before applying for a work visa to prevent fraud. These checks include confirming the Certificate of Sponsorship, verifying job existence, and using official channels for applications.
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The UK Home Secretary announced the reopening of the UK Resettlement Scheme, providing legal pathways for refugees, particularly Afghan women and girls and Palestinian refugees. Three new sponsorship routes will be introduced, with arrivals expected from 2026 to 2027.
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The UK government has outlined the fees for applying for British citizenship under special circumstances, allowing individuals previously denied citizenship to apply. The fee structure varies based on individual situations, with a fixed £130 charge for attending a citizenship ceremony.
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The UK government has introduced a special circumstances route for individuals previously denied British citizenship. This applies to those affected by historical legal unfairness, government errors, or exceptional personal circumstances, allowing them to apply for citizenship.
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The UK government has announced four categories of foreign nationals exempt from submitting fingerprint biometrics for visa applications. These include British, Irish, and Commonwealth citizens with the right of abode, young children under five, individuals needing urgent medical treatment, and senior foreign government officials under specific conditions.
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British travellers are warned against applying for the ETIAS visa waiver due to over 150 scam websites exploiting confusion from delays in the system's launch. The official start date remains uncertain as concerns about fraudulent sites grow.
Legit.ngThe UK government has announced 19 categories of foreign nationals exempt from paying the Immigration Health Surcharge, allowing them to access NHS services without additional fees.
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The UK government has introduced amendments to its Immigration and Asylum Bill, affecting deportation cases by scrutinizing family ties and late asylum claims. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced these changes to prevent exploitation of human rights provisions.
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Foreign nationals can apply for UK government jobs in 2026, with eligibility varying by nationality and job type. Certain departments require UK or Commonwealth citizenship, while others have broader criteria. Security clearance is often necessary, affecting non-British applicants.
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The United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan have published lists of occupations eligible for work visas, outlining specific requirements for foreign workers. These lists cover various sectors, and meeting the criteria does not guarantee a visa.
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The UK Home Office has issued updated guidance on who should not apply for settlement through the Long Residence route, clarifying that certain groups, including Commonwealth citizens before 1973, and those on visitor or short-term visas, are ineligible.
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The UK government has updated its Long Residence guidance, stating that three specific visa types and the Ukraine Scheme do not count towards the 10-year qualifying period for permanent residence. These include visitor visas, short-term student visas, and seasonal worker visas.
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The UK government has established two grounds for barring foreign nationals from obtaining an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). These include having a custodial or suspended sentence of 12 months or more, or any conviction within the last 12 months.
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The UK has implemented new immigration rules that allow foreign nationals with criminal records to be denied entry or have their visas revoked. These changes, announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, take effect on 26 March 2026.
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