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UK Unveils Tougher Visa Rules to Curb Migration

5/11/2025

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The UK government is set to unveil tougher visa regulations in a new immigration white paper aimed at tackling system abuse and lowering net migration. Key proposals include mandating A-level English proficiency for work visas and increasing scrutiny for applicants from countries with high asylum rates, like Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

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The UK government is set to unveil tougher visa regulations in a new immigration white paper aimed at tackling system abuse and lowering net migration. Key proposals include mandating A-level English proficiency for work visas and increasing scrutiny for applicants from countries with high asylum rates, like Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.