The Digest:
On 22 July 2025, the UK Home Office introduced new immigration policies affecting Nigerians working under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. Over 100 job roles were removed from the CoS (Certificate of Sponsorship) list, raising salary thresholds, and potentially forcing thousands of Nigerians into uncertainty.
Key Points:
- UK Home Office delisted over 100 skilled job roles from the CoS system.
- New regulations took effect on July 22, 2025.
- Salary thresholds for remaining eligible jobs have been significantly increased.
- Policy aims to tighten immigration controls and reduce net migration.
- Affected sectors include agriculture, hospitality, healthcare, and creative arts.
- Many Nigerians on Skilled Worker visas may not be able to renew their visas.
- Experts warn that over 10,000 Nigerians may be forced to return to their homeland.
Sources: Vanguard
