The United Kingdom Set to Adopt Points-Based Immigration System

The United Kingdom (UK) government is set to adopt a new immigration system, which will take effect from January 1st 2021, for applications to live, study and work in the UK. An Immigration Bill will be introduced and will come into force after the end of the transition period between the United Kingdom and European Union (EU), in December 2020. The new system would be a points-based immigration system that would treat EU and non-EU migrants equally. Therefore, in order to be eligible for a visa to work, study or live in the UK, applicants would be required to earn 70 points. This is aimed at attracting people capable of contributing to the economy of the UK.