Advice on immigration and working in the UK

You can find a lot of useful information here on UK immigration procedures and entry clearance requirements. We’ve also included information if you wish to work in the UK during and after your course. If you are planning to bring your family to the UK read about what they are entitled to.
 

Guide to immigration and entry clearance
The passenger connecting corridor of terminals 1 & 2 at Manchester International Airport © britainonview (Alan Novelli)

First Steps Guide: Our First Steps guide will help you prepare for obtaining entry clearance. It summarises immigration policy and procedures, helps you answer questions on the visa application form and tells you what to do if you experience difficulties.
Download or view this guide here (180KB).This link is to a PDF file which you will need Icon of Adobe Acrobat, image © Adobe Systems Adobe Reader to view.

Visa Application Centres:The UK Border Agency delivers visa services working in partnership with VFS Global and WorldBridge Service in India.Here you can submit your application, your biometric fingerscans and pay the application fee.They are not involved in the decision making process. Click here to access the address details of the Visa Application Centres

Visa Application Forms:Please click here to access all the application forms and guidance notes that you need to make a visa application

For latest news on immigration and for any information related to  visa application forms, please visit  www.ukvisas.gov.uk

 
 

Working and studying in the UK
A businesswoman and businessman discussing the merits of the UK during VisitBritain's annual Euroforum and Long Haul Forum at the Langham Hotel © britainonview (Chris Renton)
There are many opportunities for international students to work in the UK both during and after their studies. The opportunities available include part time or vacation work, the possibility of staying in the UK to develop your experience in the workplace, as well as course-related work placements. Read more about working in the UK as an international student.
 
 

Bringing your family
An asian family celebrating (No credit required)
In the UK, most universities and colleges can help to arrange facilities and accommodation for families as well as single students. Before you arrive, you’ll need to consider which family members are able to come with you, where they will live, what they will do here and how you will cover their living costs. Read more about bringing your family to the UK.
 
 

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The UK consists of four countries: England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.