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The UK has introduced a points-based immigration system.
UK Visas and Immigration is responsible for making millions of decisions every year about who has the right to visit or stay in the country, with a firm emphasis on national security and a culture of customer satisfaction for people...
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Italy, including guidance on residency, healthcare and passports.
Official information British people moving to and living in India need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Madagascar, including guidance on residency, healthcare, education and more.
Ways to settle in the UK, indefinite leave to remain (ILR) and routes to British citizenship
Apply to visit, work, study, settle or seek asylum in the UK
Apply for a Temporary Work - Creative Worker visa to work in the UK in the creative industry - eligibility, extend, bring your family.
Official information British people moving to and living in the United States of America (USA) need to know, including residency, healthcare and driving.
Advice and guidance for healthcare practitioners on the health needs of migrant patients.
Information for British people moving to and living in Thailand, including residency, healthcare and driving.
What you need to know if you move or retire abroad - tax, pensions, voting and contacting your local council
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Norway, including guidance on residency, passports and driving.
Apply for a Minister of Religion visa (T2) if you've been offered a job in a faith community - eligibility, extend or switch, knowledge of English, bring your family
Information for British citizens moving to or living in Uruguay, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
Statement of changes in Immigration Rules: 1994 to 2024.
Information for British citizens moving to or living in the Philippines, including guidance on residency, healthcare, civil registration and more.
The essential information for British nationals residing or visiting Morocco, including entry to Morocco, driving in Morocco and Moroccan residence cards.
Information about the UK’s points-based immigration system for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens.
How immigrants held on immigration issues can apply for bail while they wait for an appeal, review or removal.
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