The ETA will apply to visitors from visa-exempt countries, requiring them to obtain permission to travel to the UK for short-term stays (up to six months). Individuals who are planning to travel to the UK must confirm whether they need an ETA based on their travel purpose and immigration status, and if needed, apply for and have approved an ETA application before they travel, to ensure compliance with UK entry requirements.
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All individuals currently holding a UK Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) are invited to create a UK Visas and Immigration eVisa account, as BRPs will cease to be an accepted method of proving UK immigration status from March 31, 2025. We provide instructions for setting up and tips for managing your eVisa account.
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On 26 November, the UK government released its Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules. We summarise the key changes relevant to Colombian and Ukrainian nationals.
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Immigration is front of mind for any party in power, as with the new Labour government and illustrated by the immediate scrapping of the UK-Rwanda asylum plan and the introduction of the Border Security Command. We summarise some of the changes to immigration policies that may be implemented by the new Labour government.
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UK biometric residence permits, biometric residence cards, passport endorsements and vignette stickers in passports are being converted from hard copies to online records, known as eVisas. The UK government intends to convert all of these physical documents to eVisas by 1 January 2025.
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Since January 31, 2024, individuals traveling to the United Kingdom have been allowed to work remotely while visiting. Visitors are prohibited from engaging with the local market, working for organizations in the UK, or directly providing goods and services to the public. These rules prohibit visitors from traveling to the UK with the primary purpose of remote working, which is a significant difference compared to the ‘digital nomad’ visas offered by other countries. We offer a table of many countries with so-called digital nomad visas, including current fees and minimum income requirements. This type of visa can allow workers, freelancers and self-employed individuals to live in one country whilst working remotely for a company located in a different country.
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