The UK government has announced major changes to the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) rules, which will affect many Nigerians living, studying, or working in the UK. From 2025, migrants will face tougher tests, longer qualifying periods, and higher costs before they can settle permanently. Key Changes at a Glance Residency period doubled – ILR […]
Nigerians living in the UK could soon face tougher rules before qualifying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), following new announcements from Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood at the Labour Conference. She revealed that under Labour’s proposed immigration changes, the right to settle permanently in Britain will no longer be automatic after five years — instead, […]
The UK’s Home Secretary, Shabana Mahmood, has confirmed plans to introduce new rules for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). Under these proposals, migrants — including many Nigerians — would have to prove not only that they work and can afford to live in the UK, but also that they are making a “wider contribution to […]
Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has unveiled hardline immigration proposals that could directly impact Nigerians and other migrants living in the UK. While the right-wing press praises his policies as “tough,” critics warn that the plans are unclear, potentially damaging, and could tear families apart. What is being proposed? Farage says his […]
Big updates are on the horizon for migrants in the UK — and Nigerians living here could be directly affected. Reform UK has announced that if they win the next election, they plan to scrap Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). Currently, ILR allows migrants — including thousands of Nigerians — to settle permanently in the […]
For Nigerians in the UK working in the NHS or hoping to secure healthcare roles, there’s big news you should know. Labour’s plan to cut thousands of NHS jobs is facing major delays because of a huge dispute over who will cover the £1 billion cost of redundancy payouts. What’s Happening? The NHS in England […]
For many Nigerians in the UK, understanding your immigration status is key to securing your future — whether it’s applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), citizenship, or even a British passport. One area that causes a lot of confusion is the Right of Abode. Let’s break it down for Nigerians — both those who […]
For many Nigerians working hard in the UK, one of the biggest goals is reaching Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). At the moment, skilled workers can apply for ILR after 5 years of continuous work and residence. But recently, Parliament debated a proposal to extend this period to 10 years — sparking serious concern among […]
Government & Official Fees for UK Sponsorship (Mandatory for employers – paid to the UK Home Office) Core Sponsorship Costs (2025 Rates) Fee Description Cost (Small/Charitable) Cost (Medium/Large) Sponsor Licence Application (Worker route) £574 £1,579 Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) – per worker £525 £525 Immigration Skills Charge (ISC) – Year 1 £364 £1,000 ISC – […]
📢 Your Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) could change your life. If a UK school, hospital, or employer offers you sponsorship, this is the official record that allows you to apply for a Skilled Worker visa. But here’s the shocker: 👉 Some Nigerians have received fake CoS documents from unlicensed recruiters. 👉 Others have allowed their […]
