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Some Zimbabwean single mothers based in the United Kingdom who have been struggling to secure visas for their children to join them abroad were dealt another blow after the UK Government introduced tough immigration laws.
Last week, the British Home Office announced new measures that will make it difficult for Zimbabweans working there to bring along their families.
The UK’s Home Secretary (Minister of Home Affairs), James Cleverly announced plans that will result in the country’s care firms being regulated on visa sponsorship.
Cleverly told parliamentarians that the plan is meant to end the “abuse of health and care visa” as well as stop overseas workers from bringing family dependants.
The minimum salary threshold for foreign skilled workers will be raised to £38 700 (US$ 48 800), from its current level of £26 200 (US$ 33 000).
<a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200020844/tears-of-zimbabwean-single-mothers-in-the-uk">NewsDay</a> reported that even before the new visa regime, single mothers, particularly those who went to the UK on the Tier 2 Healthcare visa, faced challenges in their efforts to bring or go with children.
Women of Zimbabwe (WoZ) says it was recently approached by 12 women to raise their plight with the relevant UK authorities.
WoZ representative and UK-based political and human rights activist, Patricia Chinyoka, told NewsDay that it is even more difficult for women whose children bear the surname of their absent fathers as a consent form is required from them. She said:
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We were approached by 12 women who wanted us to raise their plight with the relevant UK authorities.
The majority of them are afraid to speak out and share their stories as they fear reprisals from the Home Office, even under anonymity.
Some of the parents have approached Members of Parliament in their respective regions but this has been ineffective.
On refusal of the children’s dependants’ visas, the Home Office has offered most applicants the option for “administrative review”.
This has proven very costly as legal advice is costing a minimum of £1 000 (US$1 259.70) for consultation alone.
In addition, the parents must pay legal advice in the countries of origin.
It is proving an expensive and unaffordable process, in the UK, they have bills to pay as well.
Some of the affected women are broken emotionally.
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A single mother of three (name withheld) told NewsDay that her two-year-old daughter was granted a visa as she carried her surname. She said:
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However, the boys were denied visas by the Home Office on the basis that there was no compelling evidence despite submitting a sole responsibility document and affidavit.
The father does not live with nor support the children. Currently, the children are living with their elderly grandmother who has a poor health condition.
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Another single mother with two children from different fathers also shared her story. The children’s visa applications were declined on two occasions. She said:
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I intend to apply for the third time despite having spent a lot of money on legal and visa application fees.
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A Zimbabwean lawyer based in Norwich who preferred anonymity said:
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It does not matter even if you are divorced. If the child’s birth certificate has the names of both parents, confirmation is required from the other.
The UK Home Office also wants to know why you want to deprive the other parent of access to children by taking them to the UK.
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According to UK authorities, about 20 152 health and care worker visas were granted to Zimbabweans in the year ending June 2023.
Between 2019 and September 2022, the number of Zimbabweans granted work visas to work in the UK went up 1 576% from 499 to 8 363 applicants.
Zimbabwe’s unending economic challenges are pushing millions of its citizens abroad where some are being exploited.
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UK-based Zimbabwean Single Mothers In Distress

The British Government says it has granted 20 000 work visas to Zimbabwean emigrants in the health and care sector as of June this year.
The figure represents a 372% increase from 2020 as Zimbabweans continue to leave the country in search of a better life in the United Kingdom.
In its national statistics report titled: “Why do people come to the UK? To work” dated 14 November 2023, the British Government reported that in the year ended June 2023, 20 152 health and care worker visas were granted to Zimbabweans.
According to <a href="https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200020313/20-000-zimbos-get-uk-visas">NewsDay</a>, the figure rose from 4 270 Zimbabwean emigrants to the UK in June 2020.
In terms of countries to be granted health and care worker visas, Zimbabwe was in third place after India with 33 669 and Nigeria at 22 278, respectively. Read the report:
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Those immigrating long-term on work-related visas (main applicants and dependants) made up 33% of non-EU long-term immigration in the YE (year ended) June 2023, with an estimated 322 000 arrivals. This is compared with 198 000 in YE June 2022. This is split fairly evenly between main applicants (169 000) and dependants (154 000)…
Home Office data show that Indian nationals represented 38% of all dependants issued a work visa alongside main applicants, followed by Nigerian and Zimbabwean nationals (17% and 9%, respectively).
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According to a <a href="https://newzwire.live/skills-flight-uk-care-work-visas-to-zimbabweans-up-170-this-year/">newZWire</a> report, the number of Zimbabweans who moved to the United Kingdom to do health and care work rose by 169% in the year to September.
In the 12 months to September, a total of 21 130 Zimbabweans were given visas to work in the UK health system.
That’s 13 284 more Zimbabweans than in the year to September last year, a 169% increase.
Data released by the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT) shows that Zimbabweans are leaving their country in record numbers.
According to a ZIMSTAT report in 2022, there was a “steady increase” in the number of emigrants between 2001 to 2015, and then a sharp increase that peaked in 2021.
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Thousands Of Zimbabwean Health And Care Workers Get UK Visas

Staff shortages are considered one of the main problems faced by the construction sector in the UK. According to <a href="https://www.citb.co.uk/about-citb/construction-industry-research-reports/construction-skills-network-csn/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Construction Skills Network (CSN) report</a>, more than a quarter of a million extra construction workers will be needed by 2026 to meet growing demands in the UK sector. Carpenters, joiners, and construction managers are currently among the most in-demand job positions in the UK, along with various technical roles. The entire UK, comprising England, Scotland, Wales, and <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Northern Ireland</a>, is undergoing a nationwide construction boom, leading to a <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">critical skills shortage</a> in the industry, which is the worst it has been in many years.
To get a basic understanding of working in the UK, the official <a href="https://www.gov.uk/">UK Government</a> website is a good resource which will give you information on anything from taxation to Visas to transferring your driving license and everything in between.
<h4>Visa Requirements</h4>
UK construction companies tend to be hesitant to hire individuals without <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">valid entitlement</a> to work in the UK. While EU nationals have more relaxed rules, non-EU nationals must navigate a complicated points-based system to determine eligibility for work in the UK. Often, a written job offer is required before a Visa is granted. This creates a catch-22 situation for non-EU nationals as construction companies are often reluctant to interview candidates without a Visa in place.
<h3 class="gem-c-title__text govuk-heading-xl">Skilled Worker visa </h3>
The UK government website confirms that the <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Skilled Worker visa</a> is intended for individuals who wish to perform an eligible job with an approved employer in the UK. This visa has replaced the Tier 2 (General) work visa and allows individuals to work in UK waters as well.
<h3 id="eligibility">Eligibility</h3>
To be eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, there are a few requirements that you must meet.
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1). You must work for a UK employer who has been approved by the <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">Home Office</a>.
2). You must have a ‘certificate of sponsorship’ from your employer that contains information about the job being offered to you in the UK.
3). The job you are offered must be on the list of eligible occupations.
4). The <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">minimum salary</a> you are paid will depend on the type of work you do.
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The specific <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job">eligibility depends on your job</a>. You must have a confirmed job offer before you apply for your visa.
<h3 id="knowledge-of-english">Knowledge of English</h3>
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You must be able to speak, read, write and understand English. You’ll usually need to <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/knowledge-of-english">prove your knowledge of English</a> when you apply. If you’re not eligible for a Skilled Worker visa You may be eligible for <a href="https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa">another type of visa to work in the UK</a>.
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<h3 id="how-to-apply">How to apply</h3>
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You must apply online. How you apply depends on whether you’re:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/apply-from-outside-the-uk">outside the UK</a> and are coming to the UK</li>
<li>inside the UK and <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/extend-your-visa">extending your current visa</a></li>
<li>inside the UK and <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/switch-to-this-visa">switching from a different visa</a></li>
</ul>
If you want to change your job or employer, you must <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/update-your-visa-if-you-change-job-or-employer">apply to update your visa</a>.
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-partner-and-children">Your partner and children</a> can apply to join you or stay in the UK as your ‘dependants’ if they’re eligible.
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<h3 id="how-long-it-takes">How long it takes</h3>
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You can apply for a visa up to 3 months before the day you are due to start work in the UK. This date is listed on your certificate of sponsorship. As part of your application, you’ll need to prove your identity and provide your documents. You may need to allow extra time if you need an appointment to do this. You’ll find out if you need one when you start your application.
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<h3 id="getting-a-decision">Getting a decision</h3>
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After applying online and submitting your documents and <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">identity proof</a>, you can expect a decision on your visa within three weeks if you’re outside the UK and eight weeks if you’re inside the UK. You may opt for a faster decision by paying an additional fee.How you do this depends on whether you’re <a href="https://www.gov.uk/faster-decision-visa-settlement/applying-outside-the-uk">outside the UK</a> or <a href="https://www.gov.uk/faster-decision-visa-settlement">inside the UK</a>.
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<h3 id="how-much-it-costs">How much it costs</h3>
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To apply for a visa, every applicant including your partner and children must pay the <a class="MarkdownLink_linkifiedLink__KxC9G">application fee</a>, healthcare surcharge for each year of stay, and provide evidence of sufficient personal savings. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/how-much-it-costs">Check how much money you’ll need</a>.
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