Immigration in Manchester
- Manchester has a significant student visa population from its two universities — ensure student visa evidence and sponsor letters are correctly prepared.
- The tech and financial services sectors in Manchester employ increasing numbers of overseas workers on Skilled Worker visas.
- Manchester's diverse communities include large South Asian, African, and Eastern European populations with varied immigration needs.
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. |
| Tribunal backlog | Approximately 90,000 cases. Oral hearings 6–12 months wait. |
| Absence limit (ILR) | 180 days in any rolling 12-month period. |
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