In recent years, the UK government introduced a significant increase to the IHS as part of changes to immigration costs and visa fees: 💷 What Changed With the IHS? ✅ Increase in IHS rates: For most visa applicants (including workers and family visas), the annual IHS rose to £1,035 per year. For students, dependants, Youth Mobility Scheme applicants, and those under 18, a reduced annual rate of £776 applies. This represents an increase from the previous rates (£624 and £470 respectively), a roughly 66% rise in the surcharge.