The UK Border Agency is responsible for securing the United Kingdom’s borders and controlling migration. We consider applications for permission to enter or stay in the United Kingdom (UK) through our visa services around the world. Please use this website to apply for a visa to come to the UK.
Do I need a visa? |
How to apply for a visa |
Frequently Asked Questions |
| Use our 'Do I need a UK visa' questionnaire
to find out if you need a visa to come to the UK. |
Our 'How to apply' section provides all the information you need to help you make your application for a UK visa. |
Do you have a query? Check our 'Frequently asked questions' page for answers to common questions about the visa application process. |
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Latest News
Launch of new Highly Trusted Sponsor Scheme for Tier 4 sponsors (23/03/2010)
New rules for Tier 1 and Tier 2 visa applications and other changes to the Immigration Rules (18/03/2010)
Convicted drug smuggler stopped at Gatwick London airport (12/03/2010)
Changes to Tier 4 student visa applications from today 3 March 2010 (03/03/2010)
Protecting the UK border by boosting overseas cooperation (01/03/2010)