Changes 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 ArticleChanges to UK transit requirements for Libyan, Egyptian and Syrian nationals
From 3 April, Libyan, Egyptian and Syrian nationals who wish to transit at a UK airport will have to apply for a Direct Airside Transit Visa (DATV).
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 ArticleNew screening to tackle tuberculosis in the UK
A pre-entry tuberculosis (TB) screening programme will help save lives and save taxpayers more than £40 million over 10 years and, announced Immigration Minister Damian Green today.
View ArticleSummer 2011 interns exempt from Tier 2 cooling off period
Students who worked as interns in the UK last summer and want to return to a graduate job with the same company are now temporarily exempt from cooling off rules.
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 ArticleApplying for settlement from inside the UK
New Immigration Rules came into force on 9 July 2012 which changed the length of time that family members must be in the UK before applying for settlement.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration (European Economic Area) Regulations 2006
On 16 July 2012, the Immigration (European Economic Area) Regulations 2006 will change. The amended regulations will set out the rights of EEA nationals and their family members to enter and reside in...
View ArticleWorldBridge website temporarily unavailable on 14 July 2012
The WorldBridge website will be temporarily unavailable on 14 July 2012. Due to scheduled maintenance.
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 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.
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