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Immigration Update: From 11 March 2024, Care workers will no longer be able to bring their partner, children or other dependants with them to the UK. This does not apply to carers already in the UK On 4 April 2024, The UK Government is increasing salary threshold for Skilled Worker visas from £26,200 to £38,000. (Health and Care workers are exempt from this increase) This will impact most ethnic minority population as 70% of UK population earns less than this new threshold. #ukimmigrationupdate #11march #ukskilledworkervisa #ukvisaupdates #ukimmigration

So it seems that all of the immigration changes are over for now and we are all getting used to them. However if you are a skilled worker visa holder, especially in the care sector how have the changes affected you? Also if you are looking to come to the UK on a skilled worker visa (again especially in the care sector) have the new rules caused you to change your plans? #caresector #skilledworker #ukimmigration #careassistant #healthcare #carerecruitment

UK Visa Applications from Care Workers Drop Sharply: A Breakdown 🌟 🌟 🌟 UK care sector in crisis: A sharp decline in visa applications from overseas care workers is putting immense pressure on an already overstretched system. Increased salary thresholds and restrictions on dependents are driving away essential healthcare professionals. Is the government doing enough to address this critical shortage? #carecrisis #visarestrictions #healthcare #careworkers #uksocialcare

🚨 Immigration Update! 🚨  ▶In a move that could bring relief to visa applicants with health conditions, the Significant Cost Threshold (SCT) for Australian visa health requirements has increased from $51,000 to $86,000. This threshold determines if a visa applicant’s health costs are considered a significant burden to the community. It’s reviewed every two years, based on average health and welfare spending over five years.  ▶Temporary visa applicants are assessed for their stay period, while permanent applicants are assessed for up to ten years. Exceeding the SCT may result in visa refusal unless a health waiver applies.  👉For more information read our blog at https://lnkd.in/gbuRrzsW  👉👉For expert advice, contact us at +61 415 419 414.  #ImmigrationUpdate #VisaHealthRequirements #Australia #BetterLifeMigration #Healthwaiver #MOC 

The latest figures around Health and care visa applications give a real incite into how the previous Governments changes have affected the numbers coming to the UK to work in care. It also shows a significant change in the number of dependents applications. How do you think this will affect the care sector over the next 6 to 12 months? https://lnkd.in/gddFY_G7 #carerecruitment #healthcare #healthandcarevisa #skilledworker #ukvisa #immigration

Dates confirmed for changes to income thresholds for family and skilled worker visas A ministerial statement made today has confirmed that there are two statements of changes coming in the next couple of months. The first will remove the ability of care workers to bring dependants, and the second will include the increase to the minimum income requirement for families, among other changes. https://lnkd.in/e-WJigZx

Reminder Updates for UK Health & Care Worker Industry Calling all overseas migrants and Healthcare Businesses. Are you fully updated with the changes this year on UKVI’s New Immigration rules? Here’s a quick reminder for you on the critical updates: 👉As of 11 March 2024, newly sponsored care providers in England must now be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) before sponsoring new care and senior care workers under specific SOC codes. 👉From 4 April 2024, minimum salary requirements have increased. New roles now require at least £23,200 per annum (previously £20,960) or the minimum salary per NHS national pay scales, whichever is higher. 👉Roles not on these scales must meet a general threshold of £29,000 per annum. 👉 Salary changes apply to both new applicants and those extending their visas, emphasising the need for employers to review and adjust their pay structures accordingly. 👉Care workers can no longer bring accompanying dependent family members to the UK. 👉From 22 January 2024 there is an increased Penalties for Non-Compliance with the new Fines increment to £60,000 per illegal worker (up from £20,000) ⚠️Cautions for Employers ➡️Keep track of your sponsored workers' visa expiries and salary details. ➡️Ensure salaries meet new requirements well before visa extensions are required. ➡️The Home Office is conducting more audits in the care sector, including unannounced visits. ➡️Non-compliance can lead to revocation of your Sponsor Licence, collapsing the business. For more detailed information or specific advice book a detailed consultation with us.

Reminder Updates for UK Health & Care Worker Industry Calling all overseas migrants and Healthcare Businesses. Are you fully updated with the changes this year on UKVI’s New Immigration rules? Here’s a quick reminder for you on the critical updates: 👉As of 11 March 2024, newly sponsored care providers in England must now be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC) before sponsoring new care and senior care workers under specific SOC codes. 👉From 4 April 2024, minimum salary requirements have increased. New roles now require at least £23,200 per annum (previously £20,960) or the minimum salary per NHS national pay scales, whichever is higher. 👉Roles not on these scales must meet a general threshold of £29,000 per annum. 👉 Salary changes apply to both new applicants and those extending their visas, emphasising the need for employers to review and adjust their pay structures accordingly. 👉Care workers can no longer bring accompanying dependent family members to the UK. 👉From 22 January 2024 there is an increased Penalties for Non-Compliance with the new Fines increment to £60,000 per illegal worker (up from £20,000) ⚠️Cautions for Employers ➡️Keep track of your sponsored workers' visa expiries and salary details. ➡️Ensure salaries meet new requirements well before visa extensions are required. ➡️The Home Office is conducting more audits in the care sector, including unannounced visits. ➡️Non-compliance can lead to revocation of your Sponsor Licence, collapsing the business. For more detailed information or specific advice book a detailed consultation with us.

According to visa guide network, The UK has issued 83 percent fewer visas to health and care workers, skilled workers and students in the first quarter of 2024, compared to the same period last year. 139,100 visas were granted to health and care workers, skilled workers and students in the first three months of 2024, compared to 184,000 visas issued in the first quarter of 2023. The decline resulted from the ban on overseas social care workers bringing their family dependents to the UK.