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For more information about the GREAT campaign and the information found in these scripts, please contact Annette Craze: annette.craze@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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According to official data from the Home Office for the year ending March 2022:

  • UK Visas and Immigration (“UKVI”) granted over 1.6 million visas and permits (up 145% year-on-year) with the leading categories being for a visit (38%), to study (29%) and to work in the UK (17%).

  • Over 466,000 study visas were granted globally, with the leading countries being China (116,967), India (107,978), Nigeria (58,887), Pakistan (21,372) and the United States (15,862).

  • 277,000 work-related visas were issued (up by 129% year-on-year), with visas relating to skilled work accounting for 66% of visas granted.

  • Over 3,500 Global Talent visas were granted for promising individuals in the fields of science, research, digital technology and the arts.

UKVI – additional information

UKVI has over 250 Visa Application Centres covering 115 countries.

The UK has several visa routes as part of the points-based immigration system to attract the brightest and best talent globally, including the Graduate Route and a High Potential Individual visa route that targets graduates from prestigious universities.

Working alongside education sector partners (such as the British Council), UKVI also delivers a global student visa campaign to explain the visa process, raise awareness of visa decision times and encourage international students to apply early.