The United Kingdom government has issued a stern warning to foreign students, emphasizing that they must leave the country immediately once their student visas expire, or risk being deported. The warning, issued through the UK Home Office, comes as part of the government’s renewed crackdown on illegal immigration and overstaying, particularly among international students who remain in the UK beyond their permitted study period.
According to the directive, students who wish to remain in the country after their studies must apply for a valid post-study work visa or transition to another legally recognized visa route before their current one lapses. The Home Office stressed that failure to comply will result in strict enforcement, including deportation orders, travel bans, and potential restrictions on future re-entry into the UK.
The government noted that while the UK remains open and welcoming to genuine international students, overstaying visa terms undermines the integrity of the immigration system. This development follows recent policy adjustments aimed at reducing net migration, which include restricting dependents from accompanying most international students and tightening work-hour regulations.
With the new academic session beginning, the UK has advised foreign students to carefully plan their stay, ensure timely visa renewals where eligible, or make immediate arrangements to return to their home countries upon the expiration of their student permits.
This warning is expected to affect thousands of students, including many from Nigeria, India, and other countries with a high number of international enrollees in British universities. The UK government reiterated that while education remains one of the country’s strongest sectors, rules must be respected to preserve opportunities for future applicants.
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