What will the webinar cover?
This webinar will help Scottish employers understand how the October 2025 immigration announcements will affect hiring and retaining international staff. You will gain insight into the:
- immigration rule changes and timelines
- new English language requirements for Skilled Worker visa and related routes
- reduction of the Graduate visa term and what this means for retention
- High Potential Individual visa expansion and the new annual cap
- changes to the Innovator Founder visa and how they open new graduate pathways
- increases to the Immigration Skills Charge.
The session will explain what these changes could mean for planning and retention of international talent in Scotland. Guidance will also be provided on how to plan for upcoming implementation dates.
When is the webinar?
Wednesday 19 November 2025, 13:00 – 14:00 GMT
Register in advance (events.teams.microsoft.com)
About the trainer, Seraphus
Seraphus is a specialist immigration law firm, and delivery partner for Scotland’s Migration Service. Working with individuals, employers, and civil society organisations, Seraphus makes good quality immigration advice accessible so people and organisations can confidently navigate the next steps in their journey.