Work permit application forms and guidance notes
New work permit application forms and revised guidance notes are now available from this website, or from the distribution centre

Points-based system: arrangements for migrants already in the United Kingdom
We are in the process of introducing the points-based system for coming to the United Kingdom to work, train or study.

Changes to application process affecting application forms for students and marriages
From 28 April 2008, people applying for an extension of stay in the United Kingdom using application forms for students FLR(S)

Revised FLR (IED) form - version 04/2008
Please note that a new version of the FLR (IED) application form, version 04/2008

Tighter new rules for skilled foreign workers
Foreign workers hoping to fill skilled vacancies in Britain's labour market will have to meet strict new criteria, the Government announced today

Large scale expansion of Britain's detention estate
The UK Border Agency today announced plans for up to 60 per cent more immigration removal centre places.