Why do we need to earn £18,600? Or be loaded with savings?

[songz777]

No John, it's not just some figure drawn out of hat.

Following the usual consultations processes there was a review made by MAC (Migration Advisory Committee)

It went under the heading "Review of the Income Requirement for Sponsorship under the Family Migration Route"

If you have an interest here's a link to the document:-


Review of the Income Requirement for Sponsorship under the Family Migration Route

It's quite a long read. Over 80 pages.

Thank you Terpe, and yes, I am interested in these matters