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flag UK suspends visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan over asylum abuse concerns.

flag The UK has temporarily suspended study and work visas for nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan, citing concerns that some are exploiting legal migration routes to claim asylum. flag Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood called the move unprecedented, aiming to prevent abuse of the asylum system while maintaining protection for those fleeing persecution. flag The decision follows data showing nearly 40% of the 100,000 asylum claims in 2025 came from individuals who entered legally, with applicants from the four countries driving a significant rise since 2021. flag The restrictions take effect through updated immigration rules and are part of broader reforms, including mandatory 30-month reviews of refugee status and requiring individuals from so-called safe countries to return home. flag The government previously pressured Angola, Namibia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo into cooperation agreements and deportation flights.

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