Why does everyone want to move to countries such as the UK?
for the last 2 years every non-eu immigrant to the UK pays a levy of £1000 towards NHS treatment before they even apply for a settlement visa. it is paid in 2 installments over the first 5 years. it is understood to be doubled soon--maybe next month.
ive just paid my wifes second installment.
this is in addition to the national insurance and income tax she pays out of her wages.