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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)
Our First Steps pre-departure guide includes advice about immigration and passport control procedures for international students. 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 (4MB). This link is to a PDF file which you will need Icon of Adobe Acrobat, image © Adobe Systems Adobe Reader to view.

The new improved UKvisas website provides quality visa guidance and information to students and those wanting to work in the UK. Application forms and guidance for students are available to download at: www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en

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Where in the UK?

UK Scotland England Northern Ireland Wales

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