Many non-EU nationals wishing to enter the UK must first obtain entry clearance, such as a visa or entry certificate.
This website provides information about different types of visas issued by the British authorities and also covers useful related topics.
Information pages on UK visas & residence can be found below, or by using the UK immigration information selector at the top of each page on this site.
Applying for Entry Clearance — application basics, and what to do if your application is refused.
UK Residence & Citizenship Overview — information about types of residence, acquiring British citizenship and dual nationality.
Interesting UK Immigration Issues
Tourist & other Visit Visas —visas for tourists, business visitors, those seeking medical treatment, passengers in transit, etc.
Business Visas & Residence — visas for business visits and those wishing to establish a business in the UK.
Family Related Entry Clearance — residence for husbands, wives, children, dependant parents and commonwealth citizens with UK-born grandparents.
Immigration by way of Investment
Study Visas — good news for foreign students.
Visas for Same Sex couples — recent changes to the regulations.
UK Asylum Seekers & Political Refugees