The Graduate Visa Massacre: UK Cuts Post-Study Work to 18 Months (What This Means for Your 2026 Study Plans)
The UK just made it harder to stay after graduation and every international student needs to understand the new math. In a move announced February 18, 2026, the UK government confirmed sweeping changes to the Graduate Route (post-study work visa). From January 1, 2027, bachelor’s and master’s graduates will see their post-study work rights slashed









