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Information relating to the introduction of the Domestic Abuse Bill in the House of Commons on 3 March 2020.
Apply for an Overseas Domestic Worker visa if you've worked for your employer for at least a year - eligibility, fees, knowledge of English, your employment rights.
You can apply for a visa to visit the UK with your employer if you: live…
You must prove that you: are 19 or older have worked for your employer for…
When you apply you’ll need to provide: a current passport or other valid…
You must apply online for an Overseas Domestic Worker visa. You’ll also…
There are different rules if you applied for a Domestic Worker in a…
If you want to settle in the UK, you’ll need to prove your knowledge of…
When you work in the UK your employer must: pay you an agreed rate, which…
Modern slavery and human trafficking involve being forced to do something…
Indefinite leave to remain or enter the UK if your relationship has broken down because of domestic violence or abuse - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.
You may be able to apply for permission to settle in the UK permanently if…
Whether you can get permission to settle in the UK permanently (indefinite…
You must apply online. You can include any eligible children on your…
You can apply from outside the UK if you’ve been abandoned. You must apply…
You can apply for your children to settle in the UK with you if one of the…
After you submit your application, you’ll be asked to make an appointment…
Domestic abuse or violence is a crime and should be reported to the police - call 999 if it's an emergency or you're in immediate danger
These factsheets provide more information about each of the provisions in the bill.
Find out how to get help if you or someone you know is a victim of domestic abuse.
This concession gives you temporary permission to stay in the UK and apply to claim benefits if your relationship broke down because of domestic abuse.
This series brings together all documents relating to the domestic homicide review.
Apply for an injunction if you've been a victim of domestic abuse - non-molestation or occupation orders - who can apply, serving documents and attending a hearing.
Guide for local areas on the change to the definition of domestic violence and abuse.
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