8 New UK Immigration Rules You Need to Know in 2025

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8 New UK Immigration Rules You Need to Know in 2025 The UK is introducing major changes to its immigration system in 2025, making it more challenging for international students, skilled workers, and families to move, study, or settle in the country. These new rules are part of the government’s wider strategy to reduce net migration and prioritize domestic workforce development.

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00:00Eight new rules that will make studying, working and living in the UK tougher for immigrants.

00:07The UK is introducing major changes to its immigration system in 2025,

00:13making it more challenging for international students, skilled workers and families to move, study or settle in the country.

00:22These new rules are part of the government's wider strategy to reduce net migration and prioritise domestic workforce development.

00:32The full version of this video update is available on our website. Link is provided in the description below.

00:52In this video, we break down the UK's sweeping immigration reforms, including a significantly shorter skilled worker visa occupation list,

01:04a ban on international recruitment of care workers, a new university levy targeting international students,

01:12stricter sponsorship rules for student visas and a reduced duration for graduate visas.

01:17We also cover the hike in English language requirements, the extended path to permanent residence

01:24and the government's push to expand global talent and high-potential visas.

01:30Watch till the end to understand how these changes could reshape your migration plans and what steps you need to take next.

01:38Let's begin with shorter skilled worker visa occupation list.

01:51The UK plans to reduce the number of occupations eligible for sponsorship under the skilled worker route,

01:58especially for medium-skilled jobs, RQF Level 3.

02:02Only roles with a genuine shortage and industry efforts for domestic recruitment may be considered.

02:08Next, we explore the ban on international recruitment of care workers.

02:16Social care workers, previously exempt, will no longer be recruited from abroad.

02:22This move significantly impacts one of the largest sectors reliant on international labour.

02:29Moving on to the university levy on international students.

02:34A new levy on university income from international students could increase tuition costs.

02:41The current annual fee for a UK undergraduate course is already rising to £9,535 in 2025-26.

02:54Then we examine the stricter student visa sponsorship rules.

02:58Universities may face tougher regulations to maintain their licence to sponsor international students,

03:06potentially affecting future enrolment numbers.

03:10Following that, we look at the graduate visa duration cut.

03:14The stay period under the graduate visa will be reduced from 2 years to 18 months,

03:22limiting post-study work opportunities for international graduates.

03:27Next, we discuss the higher English language requirements.

03:32Language proficiency for skilled workers is rising from B1 to B2,

03:37and adult dependents must now meet A1 level, aligning with partner visa routes.

03:44Then, we highlight the longer path to permanent residence.

03:49The standard time to qualify for UK settlement is proposed to increase from 5 years to 10,

03:55affecting those planning long-term immigration.

03:59After that, we explore the boost to global talent and high-potential visas.

04:04On a positive note, the UK aims to attract top-tier professionals

04:10by making global talent and high-potential visas more accessible.

04:16Finally, we wrap up with the conclusion.

04:20These sweeping reforms reflect the UK's intent to control migration and reinforce domestic systems.

04:27While some routes are becoming tougher, opportunities still exist for high-skilled individuals.

04:34Explore the full breakdown on our website to stay ahead and plan smart for 2025.

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