Family visa grants fall as partner extensions increase
28 Aug 2026
Family visa grants fell 19% to 57,590, while family-related extension grants rose 46% to 82,400, Home Office data shows.
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28 Aug 2026
Family visa grants fell 19% to 57,590, while family-related extension grants rose 46% to 82,400, Home Office data shows.
28 Aug 2026
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