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IMPACT – MEDIUM
U.K. Visa and Immigration (UKVI) has reintroduced priority services for those applying for sponsored work and student visas from abroad.
Key Points:
Additional Information: Priority services for new family applications remains suspended; UKVI will provide an update when these services are resumed. More information regarding PV and SPV services is available here. Information on current visa processing times is available here.
BAL Analysis: U.K. authorities have reintroduced priority services work and student routes with intent to gradually reduce visa processing times for all applicants. Applicants should note that they will only be able to purchase priority services during the appointment booking process at participating UKVI locations.
This alert has been provided by the BAL Global Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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