UK visa changes
UK's New Immigration Policy: Extended Settlement Waiting Periods and How It Impacts Indian Migrants
Nov 21, 2025 02:29 pm CST
The United Kingdom is implementing its most significant immigration reform in nearly 50 years, extending waiting periods for permanent settlement to up to 20 years for some migrants. The new contribution-based system will prioritize high-skilled workers while creating longer pathways for others, particularly impacting the 250,000 Indian migrants who arrived in 2023. While NHS professionals may qualify after just 5 years, those dependent on benefits could wait four times longer than under current rules.
UK Extends Settlement Path to 10 Years: New 'Earned Migration' System Transforms Immigration Policy
Nov 21, 2025 02:13 am CST
The UK government has introduced a significant overhaul of its immigration system, doubling the settlement period from 5 to 10 years under a new "earned migration" model. The reform creates a tiered approach based on contribution and integration, with different waiting periods for various migrant categories - from fast-tracked paths for NHS professionals to extended 15-20 year waits for low-paid workers and benefit recipients.