Tag: Skilled Worker Visa UK

  • UK Visa Financial Calculator (Free Tool)

    June 2025

    A realistic photo of a laptop screen displaying the UK Visa Fee Calculator by Velynt Global. The screen shows dropdowns for visa type, number of dependants, and location, with results for total fund and IHS fee. A British passport and student documents are placed beside the laptop on a clean desk, conveying accuracy and professionalism in visa planning

    Introduction

    The financial requirement is one of the most critical parts of a UK visa application. Whether you’re applying as a student, a dependant, or under the Skilled Worker route, the funds you need to show can vary based on tuition, location, and family size. To make this process simpler and more accurate, Velynt Global has launched a free online tool — the UK Visa Fund Calculator — based on the latest UKVI 2025 guidelines.

    What Is the UK Visa Fund Calculator?

    This is a web-based calculator that helps applicants instantly calculate how much money they need to show in their bank account before applying for a UK visa. The tool is designed to support:

    • Student visa (main applicant)
    • Student dependants
    • Skilled Worker applicants
    • Skilled Worker dependants

    It is based entirely on the official UKVI financial maintenance rules updated in 2025, including the new monthly living costs for London and outside London.

    Who Can Use This Tool?

    This calculator is ideal for:

    • Students preparing for university admission
    • Applicants preparing for a Pre-CAS interview
    • Skilled workers switching to a UK employer
    • Spouses or children applying as dependants
    • Agents and counsellors who need a quick financial check tool for clients

    No login or download is required. It works on all devices and is completely free to use.

    How to Use It

    1. Visit the calculator: https://velyntglobal.com/uk-visa-fund-calculator
    2. Select your visa type
    3. Enter tuition fee, scholarship, and dependants (if any)
    4. Select your location (London or outside London)
    5. Click “Calculate” to get your required fund instantly

    You will get a result based on the 28-day bank requirement used by UKVI.

    Velynt Can Help

    If you’re unsure about fund calculations, bank statements, or how to prepare supporting documents, Velynt Global provides full visa support services including:

    • Pre-CAS Interview Training
    • SOP Review & Drafting
    • UK Student & Skilled Worker Visa Filing
    • Financial Document Guidance

    We help ensure your application is accurate, compliant, and fully ready for submission.

    Try the Calculator Now

    You can access the tool anytime at:

    UK Visa Fund Calculator

    Contact Velynt Global

    📞 Phone: +91 90748 07602
    📧 Email: [email protected]
    🌐 Website: www.velyntglobal.com

  • UK Immigration Rule Changes 2025 – What Students & Skilled Workers Must Know

    Published on: 29 May 2025
    Category: Visa News & Announcements

    Summary

    In March and May 2025, the UK Home Office introduced sweeping immigration reforms to reduce net migration and tighten routes for international students and workers. These changes will significantly impact student visa applicants, skilled workers, and dependants from India and other countries.

    Here’s a clear breakdown of what’s changing, what it means for you, and how Velynt Global can guide you through it.

    Key Changes Affecting Students

    1. No Dependants for Most Master’s Students

    Effective from January 2024, students enrolling in most 1-year master’s courses can no longer bring dependants (spouse/children).
    Exception: Only postgraduate research students (like PhD) can bring dependants.

    2. New Financial Requirements

    From 1 April 2024, updated fund amounts for student visa applicants:

    • London: £1,483/month × 9 months = £13,347
    • Outside London: £1,136/month × 9 months = £10,224
      Dependants have their own separate fund requirements.

    3. Crackdown on Short-Term Visa Abuse

    UKVI has increased scrutiny on “short course” student visa applicants (like 6-month English courses). Students may now face interviews and background checks to prove genuine study intent.

    Key Changes Affecting Skilled Workers

    1. Higher Salary Thresholds

    From 4 April 2024, the new salary rules apply:

    • General skilled worker minimum: £38,700/year (up from £26,200)
    • Health & care roles: Remain lower, but specific shortage roles may be removed.

    2. Closure of Care Worker Route for New Dependants

    From 11 March 2024, care workers under the Health and Care visa are no longer allowed to bring dependants unless the sponsor is a CQC-regulated care home or healthcare provider.

    3. Focus on Local Workforce Training

    The government is investing over £3 billion to train UK residents for sectors like healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing — reducing reliance on migrant workers.

    Why It Matters

    These rules will:

    • Make it harder for families to migrate together for short-term study
    • Increase rejection risk for improperly funded visa applications
    • Affect skilled worker migration, especially in low-salary or care roles
    • Increase UKVI compliance checks on employers and education agents

    How Velynt Global Helps

    At Velynt, we guide you through:

    • Understanding the latest rules
    • Calculating correct fund requirements
    • Preparing strong, compliant student or worker visa files
    • Avoiding mistakes that lead to rejection
    • Counselling on alternative routes or timelines

    Whether you’re a student, working professional, or dependent — our expert team is here to help you apply confidently.

    FAQs

    Q1: Can a student bring dependants for a 1-year UK master’s course in 2025?
    A: No, unless the course is a PhD or research-based master’s.

    Q2: What are the new monthly living costs to show?
    A: £1,483 for London; £1,136 for outside London (up to 9 months).

    Q3: Is the care worker visa closed?
    A: The visa route exists, but new dependants are not allowed unless working with eligible, regulated employers.

    Contact Velynt Global

    Velynt Global – Study Abroad with Clarity & Care
    📞 +91 90748 07602
    📧 [email protected]
    🌐 www.velyntglobal.com
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