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The UK is planning fresh immigration reforms that could make it tougher for Nigerians to get visas, citing high rates of overstaying and asylum claims.
  • UK Home Office lists Nigeria, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka in possible visa clampdown
  • Cites a pattern of visa overstays turning into asylum requests
  • New Immigration White Paper due out later in May
  • Nigerian visa rejections have already risen sharply from 2022 to 2023
  • Over ₦40bn spent by Nigerians on UK visa applications in one year
This move signals a deeper shift in how the UK views certain nationalities, not just through a legal lens, but a trust one. Nigerians, once a growing part of the UK student and workforce mix, now face rising rejection rates, stricter rules, and mounting financial risk. It's not just about policy — it’s about perception. For many, this may be the final nudge away from the UK dream.

Is this the end of the road for Nigerians hoping to study or work in the UK, or just the start of a new immigration era?