New versions of application forms if you apply on or after 6 April 2012
On 5 April 2012 we will publish new versions of some application forms. You should use the new forms if you apply on or after 6 April.
View ArticlePremium service for sponsors - Tiers 2 and 5 launched
The premium customer service for sponsors has been developed to offer companies that sponsor international workers an enhanced level of customer service. The benefits include a dedicated contact point...
View ArticleAnnual Tier 2 limit announcement
Following the Migration Advisory Committee report in October 2011 to advise on the 2012/13 annual limit for Tier 2 and associated policies the Government has announced that limits will remain the same.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 6 April 2012
As previously announced, a number of changes to the Immigration Rules are coming into effect on 6 April 2012. These include changes for migrants coming to the UK.
View ArticleVisa application fees change on 6 April 2012
The previously announced fee increase for some overseas visa fees, and UK-based visa application fees, will take effect from 00:01 (UK time) on Friday 6 April 2012.
View ArticleComing to the UK to watch the Olympic and Paralympic Games - new guides...
Information and advice on applying for a visa, knowing what to bring into the UK, reclaiming VAT, and knowing your rights and responsibilities whilst in the UK.
View ArticleRemoving full right of appeal for family visitors
A clause in the Crime and Courts Bill, published today, will remove the full right of appeal for those applying to enter the UK as a family visitor.
View ArticleFamily migration changes announced - updated
On 11 June 2012 the Government announced changes to the Immigration Rules for non-European Economic Area (non-EEA) nationals applying to enter or remain in the UK on the family migration route.
View ArticleNew family visit visa appeal regulations
The government laid the Immigration Appeals (Family Visitor) Regulations 2012 in Parliament on 18 June 2012, which set out who qualifies for a full right of appeal against refusal of a visa to visit...
View ArticleAppointment booking through WorldBridge temporarily suspended on 23 June 2012
On Saturday 23 June 2012, between 08:00 and 11:00 (UK time) you will be unable to book an appointment for a visa application centre using the WorldBridge website.
View ArticleFamily settlement changes – online applications and new forms
The changes to the UK Immigration Rules on family settlement will come into affect on 9 July 2012.
View ArticleNew interviews for students
Immigration Minister Damian Green has announced that UK Border Agency officers will be given new powers to interview international students. Following a successful pilot, a targeted interview system...
View ArticleFamily visit visa appeals: changes come into effect on 9 July 2012
As announced by the government on 18 June 2012, the Immigration Appeals (Family Visitor) Regulations 2012 come into force today (9 July 2012), and set out who qualifies for a full right of appeal...
View ArticleChanges to the family migration Immigration Rules come into effect on 9 July...
A number of changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 9 July 2012. These changes will affect non-European Economic Area (non-EEA) nationals applying to enter or remain in the UK under the...
View ArticleAdvice for students preparing to come to the UK to start their studies
If you are a student looking forward to coming to the UK to begin your studies here, this advice explains some things that will help you through the border quickly.
View ArticleLondon Metropolitan University’s licence to sponsor students is withdrawn
The UK Border Agency has revoked (withdrawn) London Metropolitan University's licence to sponsor students from outside the European Union.
View ArticleInformation for students at London Metropolitan University
We have published a page of guidance for international students who are studying at London Metropolitan University or who are planning to study there.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules
A written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament today outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules.
View ArticleWarning about fake UK Border Agency websites and calls
We are aware of a number of scam e-mails and websites claiming to be sent and operated by us; and of calls made by people posing as our staff.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules
Today, Thursday 22 November 2012, a written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules which will come in to force on 13 December 2012.
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