The UK’s Home Office has introduced a law reducing the maximum post-study stay for foreign students to 18 months from the current two years, effective from 1 January 2027. This will reduce the time for international students to find a graduate-level job and leave the country after completing their studies.

Home Office announced that a law has been introduced in Parliament, wherein the maximum post-study stay will be reduced to 18 months from the current 2 years for most foreign students from 1 January 2027.

A Graduate visa permits you to stay in the UK for at least 18 months after completing an eligible course in the UK.

A Graduate visa lasts for 2 years if you apply on or before 31 December 2026 and for 18 months if you apply on or after 1 January 2027. If you have a PhD or other docto

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