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Official UK Visa Application Website in Singapore

      LATEST NEWS

  • 27 July 2011: Changes to online visa application information. The UK Border Agency and CP have been working to improve our websites. On 3 August you will see changes to the information about applying for a UK visa in Singapore. This is part of a wider and important move in our plans to have 1 website for all customers in the UK and overseas. This will offer more accurate and consistent information to help improve our customers online experience.

  • 26 July 2011: The online visa application system will be temporarily unavailable on Wednesday 27 July. The UK Border Agency online visa application system will be unavailable between 09:00 until 13:00 (UK Time) on Wednesday 27 July for maintenance work. You will not be able to apply online, or access your visa application, during this time. If you have booked an appointment using the online visa application system for the 27 July you will need to print off your appointment confirmation and a copy of your visa application before this date. If you require urgent travel to the UK, for example to attend a funeral or for urgent medical treatment, you should contact your nearest UK Border Agency office. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • 13 July 2011: UK Government Launches Consultation on Family Migration. The UK government has today published a 12-week consultation on family migration. The consultation sets out proposals aimed at preventing and tackling abuse, promoting integration and reducing burdens on the UK taxpayer. The overall goal is better family migration: better for migrants, for communities, and for the UK as a whole. Please visit the UK Border Agency website for further details.

  • 08 July 2011: Changes to the new list of English language test and providers. On 6 April we published a new list of approved English language test providers for visa applications made under Tiers 1, 2, and 4 of the points-based system and for spouse or partner applications. Today, we have made some changes to this list.

    The updated list includes:

    • new acceptable test certificates for business language testing service (BULATS);
    • clarification that we accept the test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL) ibt test (internet based test); and
    • new test scores for tests conducted by Pearson.

    Details of the new list can be found in the news story published on 6 April 2011.

  • 7 July 2011: Important changes to English language test providers. From 18 July 2011, all spouse visa applications must be submitted with a test from one of the UK Border Agency's new approved English language test providers. Please visit the UK Border Agency website for further information regarding the English language requirements for spouses and partners, and to see the new English language test providers list.

  • 4 July 2011: New streamlined application process for student visas. Effective from today, if you are a Singaporean national applying for a Tier 4 student visa and your sponsor is a Highly Trusted Sponsor, you no longer need to routinely provide bank statements and education certificates with your visa application providing you are applying in Singapore. This change is part of the recent student visa reforms and recognises that Singapore nationals pose a low immigration risk to the UK. You will still need to meet the requirements in the immigration rules, and you must be able to provide the appropriate documents if later requested. Further details of the new streamlined process and other student visa changes can be found on the UK Border Agency website.

  • 4 July 2011: Further changes to Tier 4 (General) visa rules come into effect. On 31 March the UK Government issued a statement of intent setting out how Tier 4 of the points-based system will operate following the changes to the student visa policy. The first set of changes was introduced on 21 April. The next set of changes have come into effect today (4 July). For details of the changes please visit the UK Border Agency website.

  • 1 July 2011: Launch of a new Customer Satisfaction survey for the overseas visa application process. The UK Border Agency aims to deliver the highest possible level of customer service during the visa application process. We measure this through the regular collection and analysis of customer feedback. Today we are launching a new Customer Satisfaction survey with the aim of giving us improved insight into what customers, sponsors and legal representatives think about our service. This survey builds on the previous customer survey that was conducted during March 2011.

    The results from the new Satisfaction Survey will be published on a monthly basis and will help us to improve the quality of services we deliver to our customers and inform the future delivery of our services. The survey is completely anonymous and should only take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Please take this opportunity to provide your contribution by completing the survey which can be accessed on the UK Border Agency website.

  • 15 June 2011: Clarification of English language requirement for Tier 4 sponsors and students. Following the recent announcement of changes to the English language requirements for students under Tier 4 of the points-based system, the UK Border Agency has produced a document clarifying the requirements for students and sponsors. You can download the document, which provides answers to some frequently asked questions, here.

  • 13 June 2011: Further Changes to Tier 4 to come Into effect. In March 2011 the UK Border Agency announced changes to the rules for Tier 4 visa applications. The first set of these changes were implemented in April. The next set of changes for Tier 4 will be introduced on 4 July. For further details of these changes please see the UK Border Agency website.

  • 9 June 2011: UK Government launches consultation on employment related settlement, Tier 5 and overseas domestic workers. The UK Government today launched a consultation on proposals to break the link between temporary employment-related migration and settlement, as well as reforms to Tier 5, and overseas domestic worker routes. For further details please see the UK Border Agency website.

  • 20 May 2011: Important: Transitional arrangements for visa applications made in Singapore. From Monday June 6, visa applications made in Singapore will be processed by the UK Border Agency in Manila, the Philippines. (Currently, applications are processed in Kuala Lumpur).

    To assist this move, the following transitional arrangements are in place:

    • If you complete and submit your online application by Friday 27 May you will need to arrange an appointment to visit the visa application centre in Singapore by Friday 3 June to provide your biometric information and complete the application process.

    • If you complete and submit your online application form on or after Saturday 28 May you will need to arrange an appointment to visit the visa application centre in Singapore on or after Monday 6 June to provide your biometric information and complete the application process.

    Applicants are advised to contact the visa application centre on (65) 62277828 or email: to make an appointment before attending the visa application centre.

    Applicants who submit an online application on or after 28 May but need an urgent appointment to provide their biometric information should also contact the visa application centre for advice.

    Please note that this is a change to our internal handling of visa applications and will not affect visa processing times.

  • 18 May 2011: No change to Immigration requirements for getting married or registering a civil partnership in the UK. On 9 May the UK Government abolished the requirement to obtain a certificate of approval before marrying in the UK. This means that those subject to immigration control no longer need to show that certificate or their entry clearance when they give notice to marry in the UK. whilst notice to marry requirements have changed, Immigration entry requirements for the purpose of marrying or registering a civil partnership in the UK are unchanged by the ending of the certificate of approval scheme. For further details, please visit the UK Border Agency website.

  • 17 May 2011: The online visa application system will be temporarily unavailable on Wednesday 18 May. The UK Border Agency online visa application system will be unavailable between 08:00 until 12:00 (UK Time) on Wednesday 18 May for maintenance work. You will not be able to apply online, or access your visa application, during this time. If you have booked an appointment using the online visa application system for the 18 May you will need to print off your appointment confirmation and a copy of your visa application before this date. If you require urgent travel to the UK, for example to attend a funeral or for urgent medical treatment, you should contact your nearest UK Border Agency office. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • 12 May 2011: New list of English language providers - Transitional arrangements. On 6 April 2011 the UK Border Agency published a new list of English language test providers. For Tiers 1 and 2 of the Points Based System, tests that have been booked or taken with the existing list of providers can be used in applications as long as they are received by the UK Border Agency on or before 17 May 2011. From 18 May 2011 only tests taken with providers on the new list can be used for Tier 1 and 2 visa applications. For spouse or partner visa applications, you may use a test with an existing provider in an application received on or before the 17 July 2011. From 18 July 2011 all spouse or partner visa applications must be submitted with evidence from a provider on the new list. For further details please visit the UK Border Agency website.

  • 6 May 2011: The online visa application system will be temporarily unavailable on Tuesday 10 May. The UK Border Agency online visa application system will be unavailable between 08:00 until 14:00 (UK Time) on Tuesday 10 May for maintenance work. You will not be able to apply online, or access your visa application, during this time. If you have booked an appointment using the online visa application system for the 10 May you will need to print off your appointment confirmation and a copy of your visa application before this date. If you require urgent travel to the UK, for example to attend a funeral or for urgent medical treatment, you should contact your nearest UK Border Agency office. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • 20 April 2011: Important: New English Language requirements for Tier 4 (General) Student Visas.

     The following English Language requirements apply to students whose Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is dated from 21st April 2011 onwards:

    • If you are applying for a Tier4 (General) visa to study a course below degree level (at NQF level 3-5), including English as a foreign language, foundation or pre-sessional courses, you will require a Secure English Language Test at B1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).

    • If you are applying to study at degree level and above you require a minimum English language level at B2 on the CEFR. If your sponsor is a Higher Education Institution (HEI), the sponsor may choose its own method of assessing your English language ability. However, if your sponsor is another type of institution you will require a Secure English Language Test to prove your B2 language ability. HEI´s are typically universities and other publicly funded further education colleges. Where HEI sponsors consider a student to be gifted, the English language requirement may be waived for that student.

    • Please visit the UK Border Agency website for further details and information on English language requirements, exemptions and Secure English Language Test providers.

  • 19 April 2011: UK Border Agency Issues New Guide for UK Visa Holders. The UK Border Agency has launched an updated guide - Your Stay in the UK- for travellers to the UK. Your Stay in the UKcontains information about the UK visa and what it permits UK visa holders to do whilst they are in the UK. It also has a section containing information on UK regulations around illegal working, banned foods and other restricted goods. It is intended to help travellers to the UK enjoy a trouble free arrival and stay in the UK. The Your Stay in the UK guide can be downloaded from the UK Border Agency website

  • 19 April 2011: New list of English language providers to be mandatory from 18 May. On 6 April 2011 the UK Border Agency published a new list of English language test providers for points-based system Tiers 1 and 2, and partner visa applications. From 18 May 2011, only tests taken from providers from the new list will be accepted. Transitional arrangements have been put in place for applicants who may have recently taken, or booked, a test with a provider from the old list. For further details please visit the UK Border Agency website.

  • 6 April 2011: Tier 1 and 2 changes come into effect. Today new Tier 1 and 2 rules are introduced. On 23 November 2010 the UK Government announced plans to reform Tiers 1 and 2 of the points-based system. This included introducing a Tier 2 limit, a new exceptional talent category, limited to 1,000 visas in 2011/12, and making changes to the investor and entrepreneur routes. The government subsequently published a statement of intent on Tier 1 and Tier 2, explaining how these plans would be implemented.

  • 5 April 2011: Important: new visa application fees begin tomorrow. The visa application fee increases announced on 28 Feb 2011 will take effect tomorrow (6 April). We will be updating all country fee pages to reflect this. Any payments made after 00:01 (UK time) on 6 April 2011, either online or by using any other acceptable payment method, should be paid using the revised fees given on the country fee page.

  • 31 March 2011: Changes to the student visa system- further details published. On 23 March the UK Government announced its proposed changes to the student visa policy. These changes will be introduced over a period of time in order to allow overseas students and the UK education sector time to adjust. The first round of changes will come into effect on 21 April 2011, with further changes taking effect in summer 2011 and in April 2012.  For further information please see the full news report on the UK Border Agency website.

  • 30 March 2011: The online visa application system will be temporarily unavailable on Monday 4 April. The UK Border Agency online visa application system will be unavailable between 07:00 until 13:00 (British Summer Time) on Monday 4 April for maintenance work. You will not be able to apply online, or access your visa application, during this time. If you have booked an appointment using the online visa application system for the 4 April you will need to print off your appointment confirmation and a copy of your visa application before this date. If you require urgent travel to the UK, for example to attend a funeral or for urgent medical treatment, you should contact your nearest UK Border Agency office. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • 28 March 2011: Mandatory online visa applications from the 2 May. From 2 May all customers applying for a UK visa in Singapore must complete an online visa application form. Only visa applications that have completed using the online visa application system will be accepted from this date. After completing the online visa application, customers may also book an appointment online to submit their biometric information and visa application at the visa application centre. For local information on how to apply for a visa, please see the How to Apply page on this website.

  • 23 March 2011: The UK government announce changes to the student visa system. In December 2010, the UK Government launched a consultation on the improvement of the student immigration system. They announced on the 22 March, major changes to the student visa system based on the results of the consultation. For details of these changes please visit the UK Border Agency.

  • 22 March 2011: New visa rules for Entrepreneurs and Investors. The UK Government recently announced new visa rules for Entrepreneurs and Investors. Under the new rules, those who come to the UK and invest large sums of money will be given the right to settle permanently in the UK faster.  Entrepreneurs will also be able to settle in the UK more quickly if they create ten jobs or a financial turnover of £5 million (GBP) in a three year period. It was also announced on the 16 March, that a new visit visa will be created for prospective entrepreneurs. Further details will be released when this visa is available. The UK Government has also published a statement of intent outlining how the new ‘exceptional talent’ route under Tier 1 of the Points-based system will operate from April this year. For further information and to view the statement of intent please see the full news report on the UK Border Agency website.

  • 28 February 2011: Important: Visa application fee changes on 6 April 2011. From 6 April 2011 the visa application fees for certain visa categories will increase. These include for long term visits, settlement and some points-based system categories, including Tiers 1, 2 and 4. You should bear this in mind if you want to submit your visa application on or after 6 April 2011. For further information please see the UK Border Agency website.

 
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