Rumoured UK visa crackdown to target Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka

First reported in The Times yesterday, the expected measures – thought to form part of the anticipated UK immigration white paper – are set to target people from countries such as Pakistan, Nigeria and Sri Lanka, who are judged more likely to stay in the country beyond their allotted time or claim asylum. It is unclear whether additional countries will face the same additional scrutiny.

It is thought the plans will form part of the Labour party’s crackdown on abuses of the system, such as making asylum claims as a ‘backdoor’ route into staying in the UK. Individuals fitting this profile will therefore be more likely to have their visa application denied…..| read more on THE PIE