Key UK Immigration Dates (2026–2027): Non-visa nationals from 85 countries must also have an ETA before travelling, as part of the government's move towards a fully digital border system. British dual nationals who don't have a British passport could be stopped from entering the UK under new rules as from 25 February 2026. 8 January 2026 - The English language requirement for the Skilled Worker, Scale‑up, and High Potential Individual routes increases to B2. 2 February 2026 - Deadline for submitting evidence to the government’s Temporary Shortage List review. 12 February 2026 - Closing date for the consultation on proposed reforms to the earned settlement (ILR) system. 18 February 2026 - Final day to respond to the consultation on the proposed international student levy. 25 February 2026 - The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system becomes fully operational for all eligible travellers. April 2026 - The government is expected to introduce the first phase of changes to the earned settlement rules. July 2026 - The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) is scheduled to publish its full review of the Temporary Shortage List. 1 January 2027 The Graduate visa route is shortened from two years to 18 months for most applicants.
Key UK Immigration Dates (2026–2027): Non-visa nationals from 85 countries must also have an ETA before travelling, as part of the government's move towards a fully digital border system. British dual nationals who don't have a British passport could be stopped from entering the UK under new rules as from 25 February 2026. 8 January 2026 - The English language requirement for the Skilled Worker, Scale‑up, and High Potential Individual routes increases to B2. 2 February 2026 - Deadline for submitting evidence to the government’s Temporary Shortage List review. 12 February 2026 - Closing date for the consultation on proposed reforms to the earned settlement (ILR) system. 18 February 2026 - Final day to respond to the consultation on the proposed international student levy. 25 February 2026 - The UK’s Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system becomes fully operational for all eligible travellers. April 2026 - The government is expected to introduce the first phase of changes to the earned settlement rules. July 2026 - The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) is scheduled to publish its full review of the Temporary Shortage List. 1 January 2027 The Graduate visa route is shortened from two years to 18 months for most applicants.
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