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Disruption to biometric enrolment on 31st October 2016

We have been informed by the Home Office that due to industrial action there will be limited availability of biometric enrolment services in Crown Post Office branches on 31st October 2016. The Post Office does have contingency plans in place … Continue reading

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Police registration cancelled

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Kent Police Nationality Department have cancelled police registration appointments that are to be held on campus on 12th, 18th and 26th October. Registration with the police is currently on hold. Kent Police are working to … Continue reading

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Police registration on campus

If you hold a Tier 4 visa and are of a national of one of the countries listed in Appendix 2 of the Immigration Rules, then you will need to register with the police if your course is longer than 6 months. … Continue reading

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Entering the UK via Ireland

If you are travelling to the UK and considering stopping over or travelling through the Republic of Ireland, you should be aware this may impact your ability to register on your course at the University. Both the UK and Ireland … Continue reading

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Post-registration change of course

Are you currently studying at Kent on a Tier 4 visa and considering changing courses? If this is the case, you should be aware that the Immigration Rules changed on 6 April 2016 which impact the ability to switch courses whilst … Continue reading

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Changes to Immigration Rules from 6 April 2016

Changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 6 April 2016 and apply to existing Tier 4 students as well as anyone applying for leave on or after this date. The main changes impacting University of Kent students are … Continue reading

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Keep your contact details up to date

It is important to keep the University informed of your current contact details for a variety of reasons. As a Tier 4 visa holder requirement it is a mandatory requirement that you provide the University with your most recent address, mobile number … Continue reading

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Police registration on campus

Your visa or visa decision letter will state whether you are required to register with the Police. If you are required, the Police will be on campus throughout September and October in order for you to register or update your … Continue reading

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