UK Immigration Update: Student & Graduate Route Changes Effective Nov 2025 & Jan 2027Student Route Changes- Increased Maintenance Funds: Students need to show £1,529/month (London) or £1,171/month (outside London) for up to 9 months, effective November 11, 2025.
– Accommodation Cost Offset: Increases to £1,529 from November 11, 2025.
Graduate Route Changes- Reduced Post-Study Permission: 18 months for bachelor’s or master’s graduates, down from 2 years, effective January 1, 2027.
– Exceptions
– Applications made before January 1, 2027, remain unaffected.
– PhD and doctoral graduates still get 3 years of permission
These changes align with the UK Immigration White Paper (May 2025) recommendations.