Information for students at London Metropolitan University
We have published a page of guidance for international students who are studying at London Metropolitan University or who are planning to study there.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules - September 2012
A written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament today outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules.
View ArticleChanges to visa applications made in Guangzhou and Fuzhou and the priority...
Temporary arrangements for visa applications made in Guangzhou and Fuzhou in October 2012
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules
Today, Thursday 22 November 2012, a written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules which will come in to force on 13 December 2012.
View ArticleWarning about fake UK Border Agency websites and calls
We are aware of a number of scam e-mails and websites claiming to be sent and operated by us; and of calls made by people posing as our staff.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 13 December 2012
A number of changes to the Immigration Rules come into effect on 13 December 2012. These changes will affect non-European Economic Area nationals applying to enter or remain in the UK.
View ArticleGiving up (renouncing) British nationality refunds
If you applied to give up (renounce) your British nationality between 2 April 2007 and 5 April 2010 you could be eligible for a refund.
View ArticleChanges to the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route
A written ministerial statement setting out the changes to the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) route has been laid in Parliament.
View ArticleVisas for Chinese nationals - the facts
The UK is open for business and tourism and China is one of the UK's priority markets. We have seen continual growth in visitor numbers from China, with the vast majority of those who apply not only...
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 ArticleContacting the British Embassy in China by email
The visa section of the British Embassy in China is unable to send emails to, or receive emails from 126.com, 163.com and yeah.net email addresses.
View ArticleInformation for students at London Metropolitan University
We have published a page of guidance for international students who are studying at London Metropolitan University or who are planning to study there.
View ArticleNew immigration fees proposed
Today, Immigration Minister Mark Harper laid a written ministerial statement proposing fee increases for visa applications made overseas, and applications made in the UK.
View ArticleRevisions to the codes of practice for skilled migrant workers
Today, the UK Border Agency is publishing a statement of intent, to help employers prepare for changes to the points-based system.
View ArticleChinese visitors continue to choose the UK
Immigration statistics show further rise in visitors from China.
View ArticleOnline payment system for UK visas introduced in China
From March 14 UK visa applicants in China will have the option to pay their visa fee online.
View ArticleChanges to the Immigration Rules - April 2013
Today, Thursday 14 March 2013, a written ministerial statement has been laid in Parliament outlining a number of changes to the Immigration Rules.
View ArticleA new guide for Chinese independent travellers
A simplified guide on how to apply for a general visit visa to the UK.
View ArticleImmigration fees change on 6 April 2013
Increase in fees for visa applications made from overseas and applications made from within the UK from Saturday 6 April 2013.
View Article'Apply online' service will be temporarily unavailable from 5 April 2013
Our 'Apply online' service for applicants inside the UK will be unavailable between 18:00 on 5 April 2013 and 06:00 8 April 2013 while we carry out essential maintenance.
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