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Right of abode (ROA)

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

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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.

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.