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Information on eVisas and why you need one.
Information on who can get an ETA and how to apply before coming to the UK.
Information on using your UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account to prove your rights in the UK and keep your details up to date.
List of nationalities that that can apply for an ETA now or will be able to apply later.
How to check your eVisa details are correct before you travel in or out of the UK.
Information on using the app when applying to work, study or live in the UK.
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you are applying from outside the UK.
List of organisations licensed to sponsor workers on the Worker and Temporary Worker immigration routes.
For visa or citizenship applications, you may need to prove your knowledge of English by passing a secure English language test (SELT).
Information on using the app to apply for an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) to come to the UK.
How your personal information is used within the borders, immigration and citizenship system.
Find out which jobs are eligible for the Skilled Worker visa.
Information about what it means to have indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK, also known as settlement.
What you need to know about crossing the UK border and visiting the UK.
How to apply for citizenship by naturalisation if you are living in the UK.
Check how quickly you’ll receive a decision on your UK visa application if you're applying from inside the UK.
How to provide evidence of your UK residence if we can’t confirm this through an automated check of UK tax and some benefits records.
Organisations funded to provide free support to vulnerable and at-risk people who need help with creating their UKVI account and getting access to their eVisa.
List of institutions licensed to sponsor migrant students under the Student and Child Student routes.
How to carry out right to work checks, why you need to do them, and which documents you can use.
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