British Airways – Air Bubble Approved – Fly from London to India (Delhi & Bombay)
British Airways will resume service to India from next week, with direct flights to four cities. Starting 17 August, BA will fly to Delhi and Mumbai five times a week and to Hyderabad and Bengaluru four times a week. BA says these flights are part of the new bilateral agreement—or air bubble, as it is... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – The border of the Future – As of 04 Aug 2020
As part of the Points-Based System, we will implement a suite of changes allowing us to strengthen the security of our border. Our future border system will protect the public and enhance prosperity. Investment in border processes, biometrics and technology will result in a border that operates with a fully digital end-to-end customer journey, improving... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – UK Ancestry – As of 04 Aug 2020
The UK Ancestry route allows Commonwealth citizens with a UK-born grandparent to come and live and work in the UK. The migrant will be able to come to the UK for five years and do any kind of work (including self-employment), at any skill level. Holders can apply to settle permanently in the UK after... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – International Agreement – As of 04 Aug 2020
This is a specialist route for those coming, under contract, to provide a service covered by international law. It includes: private servants in diplomatic households; employees of overseas governments and international organisations; the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS); similar agreements between the UK and another country or other countries. The UK’s obligation to... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Government Authorised Exchange – As of 04 Aug 2020
The UK Government is committed to facilitating international collaboration, cultural exchange and the sharing of best practice. Government Authorised Exchange (GAE) is a temporary work route that is aligned to UK growth and international development objectives. GAE schemes enable migrants to come to the UK to undertake training and work experience. The GAE route cannot... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Ministers of Religion and Religious Workers – As of 04 Aug 2020
There are two dedicated routes for religious institutions who wish to recruit from overseas. Ministers of Religion is a longer-term visa for those playing a leading role as faith leaders, leading congregations and preaching the essentials of the creed. Religious Worker is a temporary, short-term visa, providing for those undertaking nonpastoral roles, supporting the activities... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Charity Route – As of 04 Aug 2020
A route for applicants who want to enter the UK to undertake unpaid voluntary work for a registered UK charity, advancing the charity’s primary purpose. Who can apply? Individuals of all nationalities who wish to work voluntarily for a registered UK charity for up to a maximum period of 12-months. Table 17: Charity route conditions... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Creative Route – As of 04 Aug 2020
Artists, entertainers and musicians contribute to the UK’s rich cultural life. The UK is and will continue to be, an attractive destination for top international talent in these fields. This route is for applicants in the creative industry who are entering the UK for short-term contracts/engagements for up to 12-months. Applicants in the creative industries... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Sporting Routes – As of 04 Aug 2020
Temporary and long-term sporting routes The current system for sports provides both temporary and long-term arrangements for professional sportspeople participating in sport in the UK. Sports Governing Bodies (SGBs) will continue to issue and operate an endorsement process for applicants, ensuring playing opportunities for resident sportspeople and youth development are protected. Such endorsements will be... Read More
UK Point Based Immigration System – Youth Mobility Scheme – As of 04 Aug 2020
The UK Government is committed to facilitating cultural exchange and providing opportunities for young people. The Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) is a temporary route which exists to provide young people, from participating countries, with an opportunity to experience life in the UK, enabling them to work and travel for up to two years. The YMS... Read More