Guidance

Right of abode (ROA)

Information and guidance on handling applications for the right of abode.

Documents

Details

UK Visas and Immigration information and guidance on how it handles applications for the right of abode in the UK. It is a live document under constant review and is for information only.

Updates to this page

Published 13 November 2013
Last updated 20 January 2023 + show all updates
  1. Updated the 'Note' section.

  2. Updated information on ROA18 certificates of entitlement for dual nationals.

  3. Updated guidance.

  4. First published.

Sign up for emails or print this page