Immigration & Visa · Updated September 2026
UK Immigration Templates — Leicester
Leicester has one of the highest proportions of residents from immigration backgrounds of any UK city. It has very high volumes of family visa, spouse visa, and leave to remain applications, and a long-established South Asian community.
England & Wales · Home Office · Updated September 2026
Immigration in Leicester
- Leicester has exceptionally high volumes of spouse visa applications given the size and demographic of its South Asian community.
- Many Leicester businesses in the textile, food, and retail sectors employ workers who require immigration advice and documentation.
- East Midlands Airport connects Leicester to international routes relevant to visa applicants.
Key immigration changes — 2026
| Change | Detail |
|---|
| ILR fee | £3,226 from 8 April 2026 |
| Spouse visa MIR | £29,000 gross annual salary. Proposed further increases paused June 2025. |
| Refusal remedies | Most partner visa refusals carry a right of appeal to the First-tier Tribunal; Administrative Review (where available) must be requested within 14 days in the UK or 28 days overseas. |
| Absence limit (ILR) | 180 days in any rolling 12-month period. |
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