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Do you have a physical visa document?

The Home Office is changing the way in which individuals prove their immigration status in the UK and are inviting individuals in phases during 2024 to register for a UKVI account. Physical documents such as BRPs and passports containing a … Continue reading

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Home Office event: E-Visa information session

The Home Office is developing a border and immigration system which is digital by default. Using a phased approach to implementing digital services, our aim is that by 2025 most customers will have a secure and seamless digital journey when … Continue reading

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Information on eVisas and why you need one

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are developing a digital immigration system. This means we are replacing physical documents with an online record of your immigration status. This is known as an eVisa. Please check if you need to take further … Continue reading

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Changes to legal migration rules for family and work visas in 2024

Answers to some frequently asked questions about immigration changes happening in 2024, including to the minimum income to sponsor a spouse/partner visa here.

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Immigration changes for dependants

From 1 January 2024, tough government action means most international students can now no longer bring family members to the UK. More information here.

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EU Settlement Scheme

In order to protect your current rights in the UK, you must at least have submitted an application to the EU Settlement Scheme even if you have not yet had a decision. If you are having difficulties with your application … Continue reading

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UPDATE: Graduate Route

The Graduate immigration route is due to launch on 1 July 2021. It will enable students who have successfully completed an undergraduate or master’s degree to remain in the UK for up to two years to work after study (three … Continue reading

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New Graduate route to open from 1 July 2021

In Autumn 2020, the UK Government published updated information concerning the Student immigration route. On 4 March 2021, legislation was put through to launch the new Graduate immigration route. It will be opened for applications from 1 July 2021. For students who began their … Continue reading

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Travelling without a BRP

Under current UK Covid-19 restrictions non-essential travel, including abroad, is not permitted unless an individual has a legally permitted reason to do so. The Home Office does not encourage travel outside the UK without your BRP card. If you choose … Continue reading

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Biometric Residence Permits Delays

Current update on BRPs: The Home Office is working hard to respond to customer enquiries and resolve issues, but it is currently taking up to 40 days to respond. Collection of BRPs: To assist BIDMU in clearing outstanding enquiries, please … Continue reading

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