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SEE FULL LIST: What Nigerians will pay for UK visas, citizenship from April

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3 weeks ago

March 26, 2026

The United Kingdom government will increase fees for a wide range of visas, residency applications and citizenship processes from April 8, 2026, with the hike affecting Nigerians and other foreign nationals seeking to visit, study, work or settle in the country.

The revised fee schedule, published by the UK Home Office and sighted by PUNCH Online on Thursday, shows increases across virtually all categories of visa applications made both inside and outside the UK, with affected categories spanning visit visas, student visas, work visas, settlement applications and naturalisation fees.

The increases, which take effect in less than two weeks, come as Nigeria remains one of the largest sources of visa applicants to the UK, with hundreds of thousands of Nigerians applying annually for visit, student and work visas.

The short-term visit visa rises from £127 to £135, while the student visa increases from £524 to £558. Nigerians seeking permanent residency will pay £3,226, up from £3,029, and those applying to naturalise as British citizens will pay £1,709, up from £1,605.

In a rare exception to the broad pattern of increases, the fee for registering a child as a British citizen is being reduced — from £1,214 to £1,000, a cut of £214. All other fees either rise or remain unchanged. Some categories, including the Tier 1 (Investor) visa and the High Potential Individual visa, are unchanged at £2,000 and £880 respectively.

Here is the full list of UK visa and immigration fees relevant to Nigerians:

VISIT VISAS

Short-term (up to 6 months): Old: £127, New: £135

Long-term (up to 2 years): Old: £475, New: £506

Long-term (up to 5 years): Old: £848, New: £903

Long-term (up to 10 years): Old: £1,059, New: £1,128

Visiting academic (more than 6 months, up to 12 months): Old: £220, New: £234

Private medical treatment (more than 6 months, up to 11 months): Old: £220, New: £234

Direct airside transit visa: Old: £39, New: £41.50

Landside transit visit visa: Old: £70, New: £74.50

STUDENT VISAS

Student (main applicant and dependants): Old: £524, New: £558

Child Student: Old: £524, New: £558

Short-term student (English language, over 6 months up to 11 months): Old: £214, New: £228

WORK VISAS

Skilled Worker – up to 3 years: Old: £769, New: £819

Skilled Worker – over 3 years: Old: £1,519, New: £1,618

Skilled Worker (Immigration Salary List) – up to 3 years: Old: £590, New: £628

Skilled Worker (Immigration Salary List) – over 3 years: Old: £1,160, New: £1,235

Skilled Worker – Health and Care Visa – up to 3 years: Old: £304, New: £324

Skilled Worker – Health and Care Visa – over 3 years: Old: £590, New: £628

Innovator Founder: Old: £1,274, New: £1,357

Start-up: Old: £465, New: £495

Scale-up: Old: £880, New: £937

High Potential Individual: Old: £880, New: £880 (unchanged)

Graduate Route: Old: £880, New: £937

T2 Minister of Religion: Old: £769, New: £819

International Sportsperson – up to 12 months: Old: £319, New: £340

International Sportsperson – over 12 months: Old: £769, New: £819

Temporary Work (Seasonal Worker, Religious Worker, Charity Worker, Creative Worker, International Agreement, Government Authorised Exchange, Youth Mobility Scheme, India Young Professionals Scheme): Old: £319, New: £340

Representative of an overseas business: Old: £769, New: £819

Global Business Mobility – Senior or Specialist Worker (up to 3 years): Old: £769, New: £819

Global Business Mobility – Senior or Specialist Worker (over 3 years): Old: £1,519, New: £1,618

Global Business Mobility – Graduate Trainee: Old: £319, New: £340

Global Business Mobility – Service Supplier: Old: £319, New: £340

Global Business Mobility – UK Expansion Worker: Old: £319, New: £340

Global Business Mobility – Secondment Worker: Old: £319, New: £340

SETTLEMENT AND INDEFINITE LEAVE

Route to Settlement: Old: £1,938, New: £2,064

Route to Settlement – other dependant relative: Old: £3,413, New: £3,635

Route to Settlement – refugee dependant relative: Old: £424, New: £452

Indefinite leave to remain: Old: £3,029, New: £3,226

Visitor Extension (in-country): Old: £1,100, New: £1,172

Leave to remain – Other: Old: £1,321, New: £1,407

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

Certificate of travel (adult): Old: £300, New: £320

Certificate of travel (child): Old: £151, New: £161

Convention travel document (adult): Old: £94.50, New: £102

Convention travel document (child): Old: £61.50, New: £66.50

NATIONALITY AND CITIZENSHIP

Naturalisation (British citizenship): Old: £1,605, New: £1,709

Registration as British citizen – adult: Old: £1,446, New: £1,540

Registration as British citizen – child: Old: £1,214, New: £1,000 (reduced)

Renunciation of nationality: Old: £482, New: £513

Nationality review: Old: £482, New: £513

Status Letter (Nationality): Old: £459, New: £489

Non-acquisition Letter (Nationality): Old: £459, New: £489

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NCDC reveals 10 states at risk of cholera outbreak

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4 hours ago

April 15, 2026

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The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention has placed 10 states on high alert following forecasts of heavy rainfall and flooding, warning that the affected regions face an elevated risk of disease outbreaks, particularly cholera.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the Director-General of the NCDC, Jide Idris, said projections by the Federal Ministry of Environment and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency indicate that parts of Adamawa State, Enugu State, Kaduna State, Kogi State, Niger State, Osun State, Oyo State, Plateau State, Taraba State, and Kwara State will experience intense rainfall between April 13 and 17, 2026.

Idris said the warning comes at a critical point in Nigeria’s public health calendar, as the country enters the seasonal window when cholera cases historically surge, with early surveillance data already showing increasing infections across several states.

“These forecasts are particularly concerning because they coincide with the period when cholera transmission typically accelerates. Flooding can contaminate water sources and disrupt sanitation systems, creating conditions for rapid spread,” he said.

Data from previous outbreaks in Nigeria show that flood-prone states often record spikes in cholera cases during the rainy season, especially in communities with limited access to potable water and poor waste management systems. In recent years, thousands of suspected cases have been recorded annually during peak transmission periods, with fatalities largely linked to delayed treatment and weak health infrastructure.

Idris warned that beyond cholera, the affected states also face heightened risks of other diarrhoeal diseases and mosquito-borne infections such as malaria, which remains endemic and accounts for a significant disease burden nationwide.

“Floodwaters not only increase exposure to pathogens but also create breeding sites for mosquitoes, raising the risk of malaria and other infections,” he said.

He added that residents in the identified states may also face injuries, including drowning and snakebites, as well as disruptions in access to healthcare services, particularly in rural and underserved areas.

Despite the risks, the NCDC boss emphasised that the potential health crisis can be mitigated through early action and public compliance with preventive measures.

“These risks are largely preventable. We urge residents in the affected states to ensure they use safe water, maintain hygiene, avoid contact with floodwaters, and seek prompt medical care if symptoms develop,” Idris said.

He also called on community leaders and local authorities in the 10 states to intensify environmental sanitation efforts, including clearing blocked drainage systems and promoting hygiene awareness at the grassroots level.

“Community-level action is critical. Early reporting of suspected cases and dissemination of accurate health information will go a long way in preventing outbreaks,” he added.

On preparedness, Idris said the NCDC is working closely with state ministries of health to strengthen surveillance systems, improve readiness, and support rapid response mechanisms in high-risk areas. He noted that state governments have been advised to activate multisectoral emergency frameworks, particularly in water, sanitation, and hygiene services.

Nigeria’s recurring cycle of seasonal flooding has continued to pose significant public health challenges, driven by a combination of climate variability, rapid urbanisation, and inadequate drainage infrastructure. Analysts warn that without sustained investment in resilient systems, flood-related disease outbreaks will remain a persistent threat, particularly in vulnerable states.

As heavy rains loom over the identified regions, health authorities stress that vigilance, early intervention, and community cooperation will be critical in preventing avoidable illness and deaths.

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BBC to cut 2,000 jobs — Report

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4 hours ago

April 15, 2026

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The BBC is set to cut 2,000 jobs, British media reported Wednesday, citing sources.

The cuts will be the biggest round of redundancies at the broadcasting corporation in almost 15 years, ITV News and The Press Association news agency reported.

The BBC has not confirmed the planned job cuts, reportedly announced to staff Wednesday, and did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

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Old tax laws made Nigerians poor – President Tinubu

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12 hours ago

April 15, 2026

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President Bola Tinubu has said colonial-era tax laws contributed to economic hardship in the country and made many Nigerians poor..

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who disclosed this in a statement, titled,”Old tax laws made Nigerians poor, new systems will create opportunities and prosperity, said President Tinubu made the remark during the commissioning of the 16-storey Nigeria Revenue Service, NRS, Headquarters in Abuja.

According to the statement, President Tinubu said the new tax reforms introduced by his administration were designed to create a more inclusive, “investment-friendly and people-centred system that would drive long-term economic growth.” He said the new tax system, which became fully operational in January, was introduced to replace outdated colonial structures and strengthen Nigeria’s fiscal foundation.

“On my inauguration day, I made a solemn pledge that we will move Nigerians from the dimness of uncertainty into the clear light of renewed hope. I committed to confronting structural weaknesses, restoring financial stability, and building an economy anchored in discipline, equity, and opportunity.

Today, I stand before you to reaffirm that these words were not rhetoric; they were a covenant with the Nigerian people.”

He described the new reforms as a deliberate effort to build a transparent and efficient revenue system capable of supporting national development and restoring public trust in government institutions.

Addressing concerns about the reforms, Tinubu said the system was designed to simplify taxation, eliminate distortions, and promote fairness while protecting vulnerable Nigerians.

“The reforms are designed to simplify our system, eliminate distortions and create a fair, transparent and investment-friendly environment. Our direction is clear: to have a revenue system that rewards enterprise, supports growth, and ensures that every contribution to the national cause is matched by feasible value for the people” he said.

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