Visa news & guides

• UK Graduate visa cut to 18 months from 2027: what it means – Apply by 31 December 2026 and you get 2 years; apply on or after 1 January 2027 and you get 18 months. Here is who is affected and how to plan.
• Canada study permit 2026: proof of funds is now CAD 23,448 – For applications from 1 September 2026, a single student must show CAD 23,448 for living costs — on top of first-year tuition and travel.
• Student visa proof of funds: 10 countries compared (2026) – Canada asks for CAD 23,448, Australia AUD 29,710 and Germany a €11,904 blocked account. Here is what each country asks you to show.
• Australia student visa 2026: fee, funds and work rights – The visa now costs from AUD 2,500. You must show AUD 29,710 a year for living costs and can work 48 hours a fortnight during your course.