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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 to the UK? Covid-19 requirements to enter the UK

If you are planning to travel to the UK in Spring term 2021, please follow this link for information on what you need to do prior to departure and upon arrival to the UK which is current as of 19.01.2021.

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British Nationals (Overseas) in Hong Kong

The UK government has announced a new immigration route for British Nationals (Overseas) citizens to be brought in from January 2021 as a result of the announcement of national security legislation in Hong Kong. Further information can be found on … Continue reading

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Postgraduate extension to completion date

The Graduate School has announced that an extension to your completion date may be applied for, if required, as a result of the Covid-19 situation. You should discuss this with your supervisor in the first instance. You should notify our … Continue reading

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OFFICE CLOSED – COVID-19

Due to the current unprecedented events presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, following government advice to protect the wellbeing of students and staff, our physical premises are now closed. As a result, the Student Immigration Compliance Team (visacompliance@kent.ac.uk) is now working … Continue reading

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