Latest News: Studying
2 November 2009 Bogus students and the points-based system - UK Border Agency response
The UK Border Agency has responded to allegations that the points-based system is failing to stop migrants from entering the UK illegally under the pretence of being students.
5 October 2009 New versions of Tier 4 application forms and points-based system dependant form
The UK Border Agency has revised its application forms and guidance for migrants who want to study in the United Kingdom under Tier 4 of the points-based system and for dependants of points-based system migrants
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30 September 2009 Two new policy announcements for Tier 4 of the points-based system
We have announced new policy for Tier 4 sponsors and students, in two main areas - extending the maintenance concession for applicants who are already in the UK, and tying students' permission to stay to their sponsors.
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30 September 2009 New sponsorship support for migrant students and education providers
The UK Border Agency has published two new documents to assist education providers and students through the process of sponsorship under Tier 4 of the points-based system.
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23 September 2009 Transitional arrangements for earned citizenship
The UK Border Agency has announced transitional arrangements for migrants who will be on the journey to British citizenship when earned citizenship is introduced.
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18 September 2009 UK Border Agency launches online booking for appointments
We are improving our customer service by offering a flexible new way for applicants to book appointments.
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17 September 2009 Phase 3 launch date announced for Tier 4 of the points-based system
The UK Border Agency has announced that sponsors under Tier 4 of the points-based system will be able to begin using the sponsorship management system from 5 October 2009.
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17 September 2009 Disruption to the online tools and applications for the points-based system on Sunday 19 September
You will not be able to use the self-assessment tool, the sponsorship management system or sponsor application for the duration of Sunday 19 September.
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10 September 2009 Changes to the Immigration Rules
The UK Border Agency has announced changes to the Immigration Rules, which will come into effect on 1 October.
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28 August 2009 Temporary concession for students attending state-maintained schools on exchange or educational visits
The UK Border Agency has agreed a concession for students who are non-EEA nationals to enter the United Kingdom for up to six months on an exchange or educational visit to a state-maintained school.
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