National Points-Based Immigration System (UK)

The UK's National Points-Based Immigration System assesses potential migrants based on key factors like skills, qualifications, work experience, salary levels, and English proficiency. Applicants earn points for meeting specific criteria, and only those reaching a required threshold can enter or stay in the UK for work or immigration. This system aims to select individuals who can contribute effectively to the economy and society, streamlining immigration procedures and making them more transparent. It replaced previous visa categories with a unified framework, emphasizing skills and economic needs over arbitrary quotas.