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The UK has introduced a points-based immigration system.
Information about the UK’s points-based immigration system for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens.
The Immigration Act will introduce new sanctions on illegal working, prevent illegal migrants accessing services and introduce new measures to enforce immigration laws.
Statement which sets out the government's vision for legal migration and border control as part of the new plan for immigration.
This release presents the latest immigration statistics from Home Office administrative sources, October to December 2012.
Information on eVisas and why you need one.
The future skills-based immigration system white paper sets out the government's plans to introduce a new single immigration system, ending free movement.
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 14 March 2024.
From 1 January 2024, tough government action means most international students can now no longer bring family members to the UK.
Guidance for those affected by changes to UK immigration and borders due to coronavirus.
Guidance for employers. You need to have a sponsor licence to hire workers from outside the UK.
Statement of changes in Immigration Rules: 1994 to 2024.
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 7 September 2023.
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 22 October 2020.
Statement of changes to the Immigration Rules published on 7 December 2023.
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