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How councils should approach rematching, both for guests who have completed a sponsorship term, and for those seeking a rematch before their agreed term ends.
How guests can find rematches, and the how councils can support them. Includes how sponsors can continue to host.
This guidance contains sources of support available to sponsors.
If your guests are not ready to leave sponsorship and move into their own alternative accommodation, but you can no longer accommodate them, they may want to find a new host.
Information about what to do if you need to end your hosting arrangements for any reason.
Visit the UK as a Standard Visitor for tourism, business, study (courses up to 6 months), medical treatment and other activities. Find out whether you need a Standard Visitor visa, or can visit without a visa.
Information about next steps when you have sponsored a guest for 6 months.
How to find a new guest that is already in the UK.
Everything you need to know about how to become a sponsor including things to consider and thank you payments.
How we review the information landlords are required to send to us
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