00:00UK government takes action to stop skilled worker and study visa holders
00:06from this. In this video we explore the surge in asylum applications from legal
00:13migrants, unpack the key reasons driving this unexpected trend and break down the
00:19government's proposed restrictions. Watch till the end to understand the full
00:24implications of these changes and what they could mean for the future of
00:28asylum policy.
00:42The UK Home Office has raised alarm over a sharp rise in asylum claims from
00:48migrants who initially entered legally on skilled worker and student visas. Official
00:54data shows more than 18,000 such applications in 2024, up from just 4,394 in 2022. The full
01:05version of this update is available on our website, link in the description below.
01:10Let's begin with rising asylum applications from legal migrants. Home Office data reveals
01:21that one in five asylum applicants in this category were Pakistani nationals, followed by Afghans,
01:27Iranians, Libyans and Bangladeshis. Many had initially arrived as students.
01:40Next, we explore the key reasons for the surge.
01:45Factors include exploitation in the care sector, unpaid or non-existent jobs, heavy debts from
01:51recruitment fees, loss of employment fees, loss of employer sponsorship and the strict 60-day notice to
01:56find new employment. For students, tightening post-study work opportunities has also pushed
02:02some towards asylum claims.
02:04Then, we examine the government's proposed restrictions.
02:09The UK plans to block asylum claims from work or study visa holders unless conditions in their home
02:17country have materially changed. Access to taxpayer-funded accommodation will be restricted,
02:24with bank statements used to assess financial need. Faster processing aims to reject weak claims quickly.
02:33Finally, we wrap up with the conclusion.
02:36With asylum applications from legal migrants tripling in recent years, the UK government is moving to
02:44tighten rules and close perceived loopholes. Prospective migrants should stay informed about
02:49changing visa and asylum policies.
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