Made under the UK Borders Act 2007
2 statutory instruments made using powers in the UK Borders Act 2007, newest first. Each one is explained section by section in plain English.
The Immigration (Biometric Information etc.) (Amendment) Regulations 2025
- Department: Home Office
- Made under: Immigration and Asylum Act 2002, UK Borders Act 2007
The 2025 Immigration (Biometric Information etc.) (Amendment) Regulations amended several existing immigration regulations to expand biometric data requirements to entrants, enable electronic data submission, clarify document issuance, and update data retention periods.
These regulations amend existing UK immigration legislation concerning the collection, use, and retention of biometric information.
Key changes include expanding biometric data requirements to include entrants to the UK, allowing for electronic submission of data, clarifying the process for issuing biometric immigration documents, and updating data retention periods.
The amendments affect multiple regulations dating back to 2006, and incorporate the use of the new 'eVisa' system.
The Immigration (Biometric Registration) (Civil Penalty Code of Practice) Order 2025
- Department: Home Office
- Made under: UK Borders Act 2007
The Order brought into force a revised code of practice for sanctions concerning biometric registration, supporting the transition to digital immigration documents.
The Immigration (Biometric Registration) (Civil Penalty Code of Practice) Order 2025 establishes a revised code of practice for sanctions related to non-compliance with biometric registration regulations, effective March 27, 2025.
The revision facilitates a transition from physical to digital immigration documents and was preceded by public consultation.
The order applies across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.