Members, help us track issues occurring during the summer surge
16 July 2026
We have created an issue tracker for members over the surge period, please log issues using this tracker to keep us up to date.
The deadline for Awards nominations has been extended! Nominate a student, colleague, team or institution by 28 July 2026.
News
Keep up-to-date with all of the latest from the sector, UKCISA updates and insight.
Highlights
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Student Sponsorship: tightened Basic Compliance Assessment metrics and new RAG rating now live
01 June 2026
We will continue to work closely with members, including UKCISA’s Immigration Compliance Network (ICN) to understand how these changes are operating in practice.
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UKCISA welcomes Education Committee report on the threat of insolvency to international students
14 May 2026
The Education Committee report reinforces need for joined-up policy and stronger protections for international students.
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Your questions answered: The visa brake for Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan announced March 2026
11 March 2026
What is the visa brake, and how will it affect me? We answer your questions.
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Members, help us track issues occurring during the summer surge
16 July 2026
We have created an issue tracker for members over the surge period, please log issues using this tracker to keep us up to date.
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Summary of UKVI & Home Office plenary at UKCISA conference 2026
16 July 2026
Missed the plenary at Conference? Read what was discussed at the Home Office and UKVI plenary.
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UKCISA shortlisted for four MemCom Excellence Awards 2026
13 July 2026
The impact of our flagship events, the work of our Engagement and Partnerships team, and the leadership of former UKCISA Chief Executive Anne Marie Graham have been recognised.
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Student update: Changes to the Immigration Rules, July 2026
10 July 2026
Our advice team outlines key changes that will affect immigration applications for the UK.
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HE and FE Scotland ‘home’ fees: addition to the category for relocated Afghan citizens and family
09 July 2026
Small change for August 2026 now incorporated into UKCISA’s materials about fee status in Scotland.
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From lived experience to lasting change: Student Leader of the Year 2025
08 July 2026
Hafiz embedded student voice throughout his role as Vice President of Education at Northampton Students’ Union. Read about his work.
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