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MNN UK · March 4, 2026 · 1 min read

UK ends study visas from four countries over abuse concerns

What happened: The UK government has announced it will stop issuing study visas to applicants from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar and Sudan, citing abuse of the visa system.

Why it matters:

  • This decision affects students from these countries seeking education in the UK.
  • It reflects the government's efforts to address misuse of immigration routes.

MNN Take: The UK government aims to prevent exploitation of study visas, though details on the nature of the abuse have not been fully disclosed.

Sources: BBC UK