UK Immigration Rule Changes for All Visas & Settlement Starting 2026
UK Immigration Rule Changes for All Visas & Settlement Starting 2026 UK Immigration Overhaul 2026: Key Visa and Settlement Rules Starting January. Get the crucial updates on all major changes to UK visa rules and UK settlement rules for prospective migrants, students, and workers. The UK immigration landscape is shifting significantly in 2026 and 2027. This comprehensive update from Quickora Global breaks down the most important changes you need to know, including the new government focus on individual qualification and compliance: Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Changes (April 2026): Learn how the new ILR eligibility criteria will be applied, including the extension of the qualifying period up to 10, 15, or even 30 years for some medium-skilled sectors. Discover which groups, like high-skilled workers and public sector employees, may still qualify for the faster ILR 5-year route. New English Language Requirement (January 8, 2026): All applicants seeking settlement must now meet a higher B2 English language standard (up from B1). Ensure your application meets this updated requirement to avoid delays. Graduate Visa Update (January 1, 2027): The Post Study Work visa UK duration is being reduced to 18 months for most students. PhD graduates retain the 36 months period. Plan your transition to the UK Skilled Worker Visa or Innovator Founder Visa accordingly. Global Enforcement: We cover the UK's new stricter compliance measures, including UK visa restrictions on the DRC and the end of fast-track/VIP visa privileges for nationals from non-cooperating countries. We also detail the new UK asylum policy reform. 00:00:44 - New English Language Requirement: 00:01:09 - Changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR): 00:02:03 - Graduate Visa Updates: 00:02:55 - Individual Qualification for Settlement: 00:04:53 - UK Restricts DR Congo Visas: 00:05:47 - Cooperation from Angola and Namibia: 00:06:22 - Changes to UK Asylum Policy:
