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Use this form if you're detained in a UK immigration removal centre and have the legal right to appeal to the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber).
Guidance for applicants outside the UK. It explains the steps to applying for and being granted a visa to live in the UK.
What you need to know about crossing the UK border and visiting the UK.
This inspection adopted a broad perspective on the interaction between the UK’s immigration system and the social care sector.
This strategy statement sets out our ambition for transformational change for everyone using our systems and crossing the UK border.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The International Agreement route is for a person who wants to come to the UK to provide a service covered under international law, such as private servants in diplomatic households, or employees of overseas governments and international organisations.
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 19 February 2024.
Knowledge of language and life.
UKVI Istanbul listened to customer feedback and as a result made the following service improvements.
Guidance to apply to come to the UK as a Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) or to extend your stay.
How to transfer your visa from an old passport to a new passport or biometric residence permit, or replace your visa.
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