Information for international carriers about visa requirements for passengers travelling to the UK.
Knowledge of language and life in the UK: caseworker guidance
Immigration staff guidance on the knowledge of language and life in the UK requirement.
How to update and add a new identity document to your UKVI account: video
This video explains how to update and add a new identity document to your UKVI account.
Private life: caseworker guidance
Immigration staff guidance on how to consider applications for permission to stay in the UK on the basis of private life.
Prove your English language abilities with a secure English language test (SELT)
For visa or citizenship applications, you may need to prove your knowledge of English by passing a secure English language test (SELT).
Travel documents – no time limit: caseworker guidance
Immigration staff guidance on travel document checks.
UKVI support videos
Videos to help you access UKVI services and to prove your immigration status online.
UK to extend electronic travel to European visitors
Europeans can now apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) to travel to the UK and will need one from 2 April 2025.