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Graduate Visa Budget U-Turn: Two Years for “High Compliance” Universities Only
The 2026 Budget has reversed the Graduate visa cut—but only for “high compliance” universities with strong labour market outcomes. Hextons Law explains the two-tier system, the RAG criteria, and what students and universities must do now.

Hextons UK
7 days ago5 min read


Skilled Worker Visa: New Rule Allows Victims of Modern Slavery to Change Employers
From 8 October 2026, Skilled Worker visa holders recognised as victims of modern slavery can work for any employer. Hextons Law explains the new rules and how to access protection. Immigration Solicitors in Bedford, Bedfordshire and London.

Hextons UK
Sep 76 min read


Graduate Visa Cut to 18 Months from January 2027: What Current Students Need to Know
From 1 January 2027, the Graduate visa for bachelor's and master's graduates will be reduced from 2 years to 18 months. PhD graduates remain at 3 years. Hextons Law explains what this means for you.

Hextons UK
Apr 166 min read


The 51% Increase in Audits: Is Your Sponsor Licence Ready for 2026?
Home Office compliance visits surged 51% in 2025, with 3,000 sponsor licences revoked. From HMRC data sharing to expanded illegal working rules, Hextons Law provides a practical checklist to protect your business in 2026.

Hextons UK
Mar 237 min read


Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) in UK Immigration: What Applicants Need to Know
Pre-Action Protocol (PAP) is a legal process used to challenge UK Home Office immigration decisions before Judicial Review. Learn how PAP works, which visa types it applies to, and how legal representation can help protect your immigration status.

Hextons UK
Feb 163 min read


Salary Threshold Changes in UK Home Office Work Visas: What Applicants Need to Know
Stay updated on UK Skilled Worker visa salary threshold changes, eligibility rules, and sponsorship requirements with expert guidance from Hextons Law.

Hextons UK
Feb 164 min read


Start-Up and Innovator Visas: Turning Ideas Into UK Businesses
The UK continues to attract entrepreneurs from around the world who want to launch and scale innovative businesses. For those with the right ideas and ambition, the Start-Up and Innovator Founder visas provide unique routes to turn business concepts into successful UK ventures.

Hextons UK
Sep 3, 20252 min read


The Self-Sponsorship Route - Gateway to UK Entrepreneurship
The UK Self- Sponsorship route and how does it work.

Hextons UK
Mar 21, 20253 min read


Portugal Job Seeker Visa: Your Gateway to New Career Opportunities
Are you considering expanding your professional horizons in Europe? Portugal's Job Seeker Visa could be your perfect opportunity. This...

Hextons UK
Jul 2, 20243 min read

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