Submitted on Friday 14th July 2023
Rejected on Thursday 20th July 2023
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Rollback or reduce the exorbitant hike in IHS and visa fees
Please rollback or reduce the quantum of the exorbitant hike in the Health Surcharge (IHS) for skilled worker visas and students. The increase, from £624 to £1035 per year for workers and from £470 to £776 per year for students, places an overwhelming financial burden on individuals & families
The hike of 65% in IHS fees along with a hike of 15-20% in visa fees makes most sponsored jobs except the very high paying ones economically unsustainable.
For a family of four settling in the UK after 5 years, the total visa fees and IHS would amount to approximately £33,000. This exorbitant sum places an extreme strain on families who are seeking to contribute positively to the UK society and economy.
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