- The UK has announced it is increasing visa fees and health charges for immigrants from Nigeria and other countries
- Prime minister of the UK, Rishi Sunak, said this is necessary as the government approved a hike in the pay of teachers, police, and others
- The decision raised concern amongst Nigerians as it implies a higher cost of travel
Nigerians and other citizens looking to migrate to the United Kingdom will now pay more for visa application fees and immigration health surcharges (IHS).
Rishi Sunak, the UK Prime Minister, made this known during a Downing Street press conference on Thursday, July 13, 2023.
