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 10 August 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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Outstanding Student Support Award (Making a home in the UK): University of Sunderland in London’s proactive approach to student integration
01 July 2026
Read on to find out how the International Student Support team’s proactive and innovative support helped their growing Nepali student community feel welcomed, empowered and engaged.
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Outstanding Student Support Award (Careers and employability): Coventry University London’s student-centred approach
30 June 2026
By embedding student voice and expanding work experience opportunities, Coventry University London is transforming careers support for international students.
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#WeAreInternational Alum of the Year 2025: the power of community
30 June 2026
From supporting young refugees to founding a generative AI career adviser for displaced youth, Hammed Kayode Alabi was recognised for his impact across the UK and Africa.
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Home Office and UKVI updates on policy positions
25 June 2026
After advocacy on behalf of our members, the Home Office and UKVI have agreed to review their position on the recent change to concessions, as well as acknowledging the ongoing need to support Students from Gaza.
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Student sponsor compliance line, 1 July 2026
24 June 2026
Our next monthly Student sponsor compliance line will be on Wednesday 1 July.
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International students need clarity, choice and support on English language requirements, new UKCISA research finds
22 June 2026
Read the report drawing on focus groups and surveys involving approximately 750 international students.
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