Home Office raises minimum pay for foreign-born tech workers by 37 per cent in raft of immigration law changes
British tech firms hiring foreign-born software engineers will have to pay them at least £51,000 a year from April 4, under immigration law changes announced by the Home Office.
The Home Office’s decision to raise the income threshold for foreign software staff to £51,000 indicates a significant shift in immigration policy regarding skilled workers in the technology sector.
This move suggests that the UK government aims to attract highly skilled professionals by potentially easing visa restrictions and requirements for those earning above this threshold.
It reflects an acknowledgment of the importance of technology and software development to the UK economy and the desire to remain competitive in the global tech market by ensuring access to top talent.
