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.
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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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Institution of the Year: what institutions can learn from Warwick’s award-winning approach
25 March 2026
Learn about the University of Warwick’s cross-institutional approach to international student inclusion, its impact and their recommendations for similar initiatives in your own institution.
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UKCISA announces Interim Chief Executive
25 March 2026
UKCISA’s Head of Advice and Training Heather Knight to hold the position of Interim Chief Executive.
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UK visa fees increasing from 8 April 2026
25 March 2026
UK Visas & Immigration are increasing immigration application fees across a variety of immigration routes.
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What international students need to know about the UK May Elections 2026
19 March 2026
There are going to be elections in many parts of the UK on 7 May 2026. Some international students are entitled to register to vote. Here is some key information.
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#WeAreInternational Student of the Year: empathy, consistency and collaboration
19 March 2026
Read about how Ramitha’s leadership has supported international student inclusion and belonging at the Chaplaincy, University of Chester.
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The unseen mental health pressures of studying away from home
12 March 2026
#WeAreInternational Student Ambassador Saba shares some of the unique challenges international students face to their mental health
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