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Government plans to limit visa applications for certain nationalities

Applications across key visa routes to the UK have fallen by 37% in the year to March 2025 (Steve Parsons/PA)
Applications across key visa routes to the UK have fallen by 37% in the year to March 2025 (Steve Parsons/PA) (PA Wire)
  • The UK Government is reportedly planning to restrict visa applications from certain nationalities deemed more likely to overstay or claim asylum.
  • These restrictions could affect applicants from countries like Pakistan, Nigeria, and Sri Lanka, according to The Times.
  • The plan is expected to be part of the upcoming Immigration White Paper, aimed at reducing net migration.
  • This follows Labour's manifesto pledge to control and manage immigration levels.
  • The Home Office stated it is building intelligence to identify those who abuse the system and will take action when necessary.
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