Write for Us
Are you a writer, journalist, researcher, or subject-matter expert with something valuable to say? CBR Times is looking for talented contributors from around the globe. If you have insights, experience, or expertise in immigration, visas, study abroad, world news, finance, or technology — we want to hear from you. Join a growing community of writers helping millions of readers navigate real-world decisions every day.
Why Write for CBR Times?
CBR Times is a fast-growing UK-based digital news and information platform with a global readership. Our audience includes students, immigrants, professionals, and decision-makers from the UK, South Asia, Africa, North America, Australia, and beyond. When you write for CBR Times, your work reaches real people making real decisions about their lives.
Here is what you gain as a CBR Times contributor:
- Global exposure— Your articles reach an international audience actively searching for the topics you write about
- Author credit— Every published article includes a full author byline and bio
- Portfolio building— Add credible, published clips to your professional writing portfolio
- Subject authority— Establish yourself as a trusted voice in your field
- Community— Join a network of writers, journalists, and experts contributing to credible journalism
- SEO-optimised platform— Your content is published on a well-structured, search-optimised website that ranks
What Topics Can You Write About?
CBR Times covers a wide range of topics that affect real lives across the world. We welcome contributor pitches across all of our core content categories.
Immigration & Visas
This is one of our most-read categories. We cover UK immigration news, visa application guides, policy changes, asylum updates, work permit processes, citizenship pathways, and immigration experiences from around the world. If you have professional experience or lived experience in immigration — we want your perspective.
Topics we welcome include:
- UK visa guides — student visa, work visa, spouse visa, visit visa
- Immigration policy analysis and commentary
- Asylum and refugee rights
- Canada, Australia, USA, and Schengen immigration news
- Real stories from immigrants navigating the system
- Legal explainers on immigration rights and processes
Education & Study Abroad
Education & Study Abroad
Millions of students search every year for guidance on studying abroad, choosing the right university, and applying for scholarships. If you work in education, have studied internationally, or advise students — your insights can make a real difference.
Topics we welcome include:
- Top universities in the UK, USA, Canada, and Australia
- Scholarship guides and funding opportunities
- Student visa application step-by-step guides
- IELTS, TOEFL, and English language test advice
- Student life abroad — accommodation, budgeting, culture
- Online learning and education technology
World News & Global Affairs
CBR Times covers global politics, conflict, diplomacy, the United Nations, and regional news from the Middle East, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Americas. We value factual, well-sourced, and fair reporting from journalists and analysts with genuine knowledge of their region.
Topics we welcome include:
- Regional political analysis
- Conflict reporting and human rights
- International relations and diplomacy
- UN resolutions and global governance
- Election coverage and political commentary
- Humanitarian and development stories
Finance & Business
Our finance readers are smart, globally aware, and looking for practical, honest content about the economy, markets, and business. We welcome writers who can simplify complex financial topics without dumbing them down.
Topics we welcome include:
- Global market analysis and commentary
- Inflation, interest rates, and cost of living
- Personal finance advice and money management
- Entrepreneurship and startup stories
- Energy, trade, and international economics
- Business news from emerging markets
Technology
From artificial intelligence to cybersecurity, electric vehicles to cryptocurrency — CBR Times covers the innovations transforming our world. We want writers who understand the technology deeply but can explain it clearly to a broad audience.
Topics we welcome include:
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Cybersecurity threats and digital safety
- Big tech company news and analysis
- Startups, venture capital, and innovation
- Cryptocurrency and blockchain
- Electric vehicles and clean technology
- Social media trends and platform policy
Who Can Write for CBR Times?
We welcome pitches from a wide range of contributors. You do not need to be a professional journalist to write for us — but you do need to know your subject well and write with clarity, accuracy, and purpose.
We welcome contributions from:
- Journalists and freelance writers
- Immigration lawyers and legal consultants
- Education advisors, counsellors, and university staff
- Students with firsthand study abroad experience
- Finance professionals and economists
- Technology experts, developers, and researchers
- NGO workers and humanitarian professionals
- Policy analysts and researchers
- Bloggers and content creators with verified expertise
What We Are Looking For
Before you pitch, please read our editorial standards carefully. Every article published on CBR Times must meet these requirements.
Content Standards
- Original content only— We do not accept articles that have been published elsewhere, including your own website or blog. All submissions must be 100% original and exclusive to CBR Times.
- Accurate and fact-checked— Every factual claim must be supported by credible sources. Include links to your sources within the article draft.
- Well-structured— Use clear headings, short paragraphs, and logical flow. Write for a reader who is informed but not an expert.
- Helpful and practical— The best articles on CBR Times answer a specific question, solve a real problem, or explain something complex in plain language.
- Unbiased— Opinion pieces are welcome but must be clearly labelled. News and guide content must be fair and balanced.
- No promotional content— Articles must not function as advertisements for a product, service, or organisation. Subtle self-promotion within an author bio is acceptable.
Word Count Guidelines
Content Type | Recommended Word Count |
News article | 600 – 900 words |
Explainer / guide | 1,000 – 1,800 words |
Opinion / commentary | 700 – 1,200 words |
Step-by-step how-to | 1,000 – 2,000 words |
Listicle | 800 – 1,500 words |
Our Editorial Process
Here is exactly what happens after you submit your pitch or draft.
Step 1 — Submit Your Pitch Send us a brief pitch using the submission form on this page. Include your proposed headline, a 3–5 sentence summary of the article, your relevant expertise, and any published samples of your previous work.
Step 2 — Editorial Review Our editorial team reviews every pitch within 3–5 business days. We assess whether the topic fits our current content needs, whether it adds genuine value to our readers, and whether your credentials match the subject matter.
Step 3 — Pitch Decision We will email you to confirm whether your pitch is accepted, declined, or needs revision. If accepted, we may suggest adjustments to the angle, focus, or structure before you begin writing.
Step 4 — Article Submission Once your pitch is approved, submit your full draft via email or the form below. Please include all source links, suggested images (with licensing information), and your author bio (maximum 60 words).
Step 5 — Editing Our editors may make edits for clarity, structure, grammar, and CBR Times style. We aim to preserve your voice throughout the editing process. We may reach out if significant revisions are required.
Step 6 — Publication Once approved, your article is scheduled and published on CBR Times with your full author byline. We will notify you of the publication date and share the live link.
Submission Guidelines
Please follow these guidelines carefully before submitting. Articles that do not meet these standards will not be reviewed.
- Submit in Google Docs or Microsoft Word format — not PDF
- Use Heading 2 (H2) and Heading 3 (H3) for all subheadings
- Do not use excessive bold text or all-caps
- Include at least 2–3 credible external source links within the article body
- Do not stuff keywords unnaturally — write for the reader first
- Attach a short author bio (maximum 60 words) including your area of expertise
- You may include one link to your personal website or LinkedIn profile in your author bio
- Do not include affiliate links, promotional links, or paid link placements in the article body
Images must be royalty-free or licensed — include the source and licence type
What We Do Not Accept
To maintain editorial quality and reader trust, CBR Times does not publish the following:
- Plagiarised or AI-generated content submitted as original human writing
- Articles previously published elsewhere online or in print
- Purely promotional or sponsored content disguised as editorial
- Content that promotes hate speech, discrimination, or misinformation
- Poorly researched articles with no credible source links
- Content that violates copyright, defamation, or privacy laws
- Articles with excessive self-promotion or multiple commercial links
Frequently Asked Questions
Is writing for CBR Times paid? At this time, CBR Times offers contributor opportunities on a voluntary basis in exchange for authorship credit, global exposure, and a published portfolio byline. We are actively working toward a paid contributor model and will update this page when that changes.
Can I republish my CBR Times article on my own website? We ask for an exclusivity period of 60 days from publication. After that period, you may republish your article elsewhere with a canonical link back to the original CBR Times article.
How long does it take to hear back after a pitch? Our editorial team reviews pitches within 3–5 business days. If you have not heard back after 7 days, you are welcome to follow up once using the contact form.
Can I pitch more than one article at a time? We recommend pitching one article at a time. Once your first pitch has been reviewed and accepted, you are welcome to pitch a second idea.
Can I include a link to my website in my article? You may include one link to your personal website or LinkedIn profile within your author bio. Links within the article body must be relevant, editorially justified, and non-commercial.
Do you accept sponsored or paid articles? We handle sponsored content through our partnerships team, not the Write for Us programme. Sponsored articles are clearly labelled as such. If you are interested in sponsored placement, please contact us via the Contact Us page.
Can I submit an article in a language other than English? At this time, CBR Times publishes exclusively in English. We welcome contributors who write fluently in English regardless of their native language.
What happens if my article is declined? We aim to provide brief feedback when declining a pitch. A declined pitch does not prevent you from pitching a different topic in the future. We encourage strong writers to try again with a different angle or subject.
Ready to Write for CBR Times?
If you have read the guidelines above and believe your expertise and writing can add real value to our readers — we would love to hear from you. Submit your pitch using the form below and our editorial team will get back to you within 3–5 business days.
Ready to Write for CBR Times?
If you have read the guidelines above and believe your expertise and writing can add real value to our readers we would love to hear from you. Submit your pitch using the form below and our editorial team will get back to you within 3–5 business days.
What to include in your pitch:
- Your proposed headline
- A 3–5 sentence summary of the article
- Your relevant qualifications or experience
- 1–2 links to previously published writing samples
Submit Your Pitch Now — Contact Us
We look forward to reading your ideas. Let’s tell stories that matter, together.
