RZ Immigration Practice

13/10/2026

🎓 Bachelor’s or Master’s graduates: Apply for your Graduate visa before 31 December 2026.

From 1 January 2027, the Graduate visa for Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates drops from 2 years to 18 months. Apply before the change, and you could keep the full 2 years to work, gain experience and plan your next move in the UK.

✅ Who this affects:
• Bachelor’s and Master’s graduates finishing in 2026
• Students whose university has confirmed course completion to the Home Office
• Applicants still in the UK on a valid Student visa

⚠️ You can only apply once your university has reported your successful completion, so check your timeline now, not in late December.

💬 Not sure if you’ll be ready in time? Message us on WhatsApp. Your initial consultation is free.

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09/10/2026

UK immigration rules have changed. Here’s what it means for you 👇

If you have an application in progress, are planning to extend your visa, or are thinking about your next step in the UK, these changes could affect you.

Save this so you have it when you need it, and follow for clear, regular UK immigration updates.

Need advice on your own situation? Send us a message, and our team will help.

01/10/2026

Can you apply for a UK Skilled Worker visa without a CoS letter in 2026?

The Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is an electronic record, not a physical letter. To apply for a Skilled Worker visa, you generally need a valid CoS reference number assigned by your UK sponsor.

If you have a UK job offer but do not have your CoS yet, RZ Immigration Practice can help you understand your immigration position and the requirements for your application.

Need help with your Skilled Worker visa?
Contact RZ Immigration Practice on WhatsApp: +447706930066
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28/09/2026

Leicester Office now open. Contact now for Free initial assessment on your Immigration Matter.

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26/09/2026

22/09/2026

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17/09/2026

How do update to Immigration Rules on 03 September 2026 protect Skilled Workers who have been exploited by their employers or are victims of modern slavery?

No work or unpaid wages do not always amount to Modern Slavery. The burden to prove is on the visa holder.

Are you still in a similar situation? Stop listening to rumours and contact us now for me initial assessment of your case.

09/09/2026

🚨 HUGE UK Visa Changes Just Dropped! (Skilled Worker & Fee Waiver applications) 🇬🇧

The Home Office has officially shaken up the UK immigration rules under a new Statement of Changes on 03 September 2026 and you need to pay close attention if you’re working or applying in the UK!

Here is what is shifting:

👷‍♂️ Skilled Worker Modern Slavery Protections: From October 8, recognised victims of modern slavery on a Skilled Worker visa can work with someone other then their sponsor, subject to rules.

⚠️ Fee Waiver: The rules are tightening on fee waivers.

💬 Are these changes going to impact your UK visa journey? Let us know in the comments!

05/09/2026

🎓 **Your UK Student or Graduate visa is ending. What’s your next move?**

This is the point where many international students and graduates start asking:

**“Can I stay in the UK after my studies?”**

The answer depends on your individual circumstances — but there may be several immigration routes worth exploring.

Depending on your situation, you could potentially look at:

💼 Skilled Worker Visa
🌟 Global Talent Visa
🚀 Innovator Founder Visa
🎓 Further study through the Student route
👨‍👩‍👧 Family-based immigration routes
🇬🇧 Other routes you may qualify for

But here’s the important part:

**Don’t wait until your visa is about to expire.**

Your next immigration route should be planned around your **career, qualifications, salary, job, business plans and long-term goals in the UK**.

For some graduates, the right answer may be employment.

For others, it could be entrepreneurship, talent-based immigration, further study or a family route.

There is **no one-size-fits-all visa solution.**

And choosing the wrong route — or leaving it too late — can create unnecessary problems.

📌 **Save this post** if you’re an international student or graduate in the UK.

📤 **Share it with someone who is trying to work out their next step.**

💬 **Which route are you considering after your Student or Graduate visa?**

04/09/2026

🚨 **UK SPONSOR LICENCE UPDATE — 3 SEPTEMBER 2026**

If your business holds a **UK Sponsor Licence**, this is an update you shouldn’t scroll past.

The Home Office has published new immigration rule and sponsorship updates today — and they could be relevant to businesses that:

🇬🇧 Hold a UK Sponsor Licence
👥 Sponsor Skilled Workers
📋 Are responsible for sponsor compliance
🏢 Are planning to apply for a Sponsor Licence
📈 Are looking to recruit overseas workers

**The important part?**

Sponsor licence compliance isn’t something businesses can afford to treat as a one-time application.

The rules, guidance and expectations can change — and employers need to make sure their sponsorship processes remain up to date.

If you are a **UK employer, business owner or sponsor licence holder**, now is a good time to review your current position.

📌 **SAVE this post** — especially if your business sponsors overseas workers.

📤 **SHARE it with a business owner or HR professional who needs to know.**

We’ll break down what the latest **UK Sponsor Licence updates from 3 September 2026** mean for employers.

Follow **RZ Immigration** for practical updates on UK immigration, Sponsor Licences and business immigration.