2024-04-26 17:35:44
London: Britain has made significant changes to its visa rules with the aim of reducing the influx of migrants into the country. This notably includes an increase in salary limits for various types of visas, which is likely to impact Indian expatriates living in the UK the most. As per the revised rules, the minimum income limit required for obtaining visa for family members has been significantly increased. Along with this, it is also going to be difficult for those who want to go to Britain for employment due to change in the rules. According to the new rules, now visa will be considered only if they get a job offer of 38,700 pounds in Britain. Earlier the minimum salary offer for Visa was £26,200. That means it has increased by about 50 percent compared to earlier. Although some professions, such as health and social care, have been exempted from this limit, concerns have been raised about labor shortages in some sectors and their consequences.
largest number of Indians
This move by Britain will have the biggest impact on those Indians who migrate there every year. According to the Office for National Statistics, Indians are at the first place among the immigrants coming to Britain every year. After this there are Nigeria and China. Since Indians are the largest in number, these changes will have the greatest impact on Indians.
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Big change for family visa
There have also been important amendments in the rules related to family visa. Potential applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English. Along with this, the minimum income limit will also have to be met. It was initially to be increased to £38,700, but due to fears of family separation it was reduced to £29,000. However, it is expected to rise to £34,500 and reach £38,700 by the beginning of 2025. Britain’s Home Ministry has made it clear that if someone is renewing an existing family visa, he does not need to meet this income limit. Official figures show that 82,395 family visas were issued till September 2023.