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Trump’s Return Drives More Americans to Seek U.K. Citizenship

A surge in U.K. citizenship applications from Americans has been reported, linked to Donald Trump's political return. Many Americans are…

UK Visa Issuance Patterns in 2024: Why Numbers Still Defy Pre-Pandemic Norms

In 2024, UK visa issuances dropped 33% from 2023 but remained significantly above pre-pandemic levels. Policy changes including stricter income…

UK Sees Drop in Work Visa Grants as Asylum Claims Reach New High

In 2024, UK work visa grants fell 33%, driven by cuts to health and student dependent visas, while asylum claims…

‘France Visa Free’ Campaign Calls on UK MPs to Rethink EU Travel Limits

The "France Visa Free" group is lobbying UK MPs to review the EU's 90/180-day rule, which limits UK citizens’ stays…

VFS Global Unveils AI Chatbot to Simplify UK Visa Process Globally

VFS Global has launched a cutting-edge AI chatbot to simplify UK visa applications across 141 countries. This generative AI-powered tool…

Nigeria, UK Left Out of US 2025 Visa-Free Travel List

The U.S. 2025 Visa Waiver Program excludes Nigeria and the UK, continuing visa requirements for Nigerians and modifying UK entry…

Piyush Goyal: Immigration Not Part of India-UK Trade Agreement Talks

India-UK FTA talks resumed after a year's pause, focusing solely on trade and economic cooperation, excluding immigration, as affirmed by…

UK Tightens Citizenship Rules for Illegal Immigrants and Asylum Seekers

The UK will tighten citizenship rules for illegal immigrants and asylum seekers from February 2025, barring those entering unlawfully from…