UK immigration tightens: e-status, fee hikes Apr8, ILR/study/work/dependent updates incl GBM Service Supplier for Indians; 1-yr nursing BSc; Cambridge open border
Key Questions
What fee hikes are confirmed for UK immigration?
Fees increase by 6-25% from April 8, alongside e-status rollout and ILR 10-year tweaks. This tightens overall immigration rules.
What updates affect Indian students and nurses?
A 1-year BSc nursing program is introduced, amid Shabana/student exodus concerns. Cambridge joins open border scheme to ease access.
Who is eligible for the GBM Service Supplier visa?
Indians qualify for the 12-month GBM Service Supplier visa with an 1800 cap. Updates apply to study, work, and dependents in places like Newham and Derby.
What are the latest UK visa changes from April 2026?
Changes include digital status rollout, fee hikes, and ILR/study/work/dependent updates per March 2026 global recap. These aim to streamline and tighten processes.
How is the University of Cambridge involved?
Cambridge signed up to an open border scheme, potentially easing access for students and others despite broader tightenings.
Fees +6-25% 8 Apr confirmed; ILR 10-yr tweaks; Shabana/student exodus; 1-yr BSc nursing; Cambridge open border easing access; Indians eligible GBM Service Supplier (12mo/1800 cap); Newham/Derby.