Immigration fees change on 6 April 2013
The previously announced fee increase for visa applications made from overseas, and applications made in the UK, will take effect from tomorrow, Saturday 6 April 2013.
View ArticleInternational university student applications on the rise
UCAS findings show that the UK remains a popular choice for university students. Figures released by UCAS show a 9.9 per cent increase in number of students applying to UK universities from China and a...
View ArticleLondon Metropolitan University granted new licence for a probationary period
International students will be permitted to enter the UK to study at London Metropolitan University from today.
View ArticleVisa services in New Zealand - customer feedback
Results from our Global Customer Survey during the first quarter of 2013.
View ArticleChange to family visitor appeals
New appeal arrangements will affect those applying to enter the UK as a family visitor.
View ArticleWelcoming Games Family Members for the Commonwealth Games
The 20th Commonwealth Games are fast approaching. Individuals needing a visa to prepare for the Games will be able to apply for a Commonwealth Games visit visa from 27 May 2013.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules - July 2013
A number of minor changes to the Immigration Rules will come into force on 1 July 2013.
View ArticleApply for your UK visa early - New Zealand
It is the busy season for visa applications. If you are planning to visit the UK, make sure you allow enough time for your application to be processed.
View ArticleWelcoming Games Family Members for the Commonwealth Games
We have published information about the eligibility requirements for the Commonwealth Games visit visa.
View ArticleMinimum income threshold for family migrants
The Home Office has paused decision-making on some spouse/partner and child settlement visa applications.
View ArticleMinimum income threshold for family migrants - update
The Home Office has filed its appeal against a High Court judgment on the minimum income threshold for spouses/partners and children applying in the family route.
View ArticlePriority visa service for UK settlement applications launches in Australia...
From 1 August 2013 you can have your settlement visa application fast tracked by using our optional priority visa service.
View ArticleCustomer survey results - New Zealand
More than 80 per cent of customers are satisfied with the visa service they receive in New Zealand.
View ArticlePriority visa service for UK settlement applications launches in New Zealand
From 12 August 2013, if you are applying for a settlement visa to the UK from New Zealand, you can have your visa application fast tracked by using our optional priority visa service.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules – October 2013
On Friday 6 September 2013 a written ministerial statement was laid in Parliament outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules.
View ArticleImmigration Rule changes
Rule changes which come into effect on 1 October 2013 will mean greater flexibility for businesses and workers
View ArticleNew commercial partner contracts announced
Global contracts have been awarded for our visa application centres overseas
View ArticleImmigration Bill introduced
The government has announced the introduction of the Immigration Bill on Thursday 10 October 2013.
View ArticleOur application forms are changing
We are publishing new versions of the following application forms for use on or after 28 October 2013
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