Amended immigration fee structures to exempt detainees from certain human rights application costs and updated fees for Isle of Man work routes.

This instrument amends the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Regulations 2018 to introduce new fee exceptions and update charges for specific visa categories.

It directs that individuals in immigration detention or the Family Returns Process are exempt from fees when applying for leave based on Human Rights Convention rights.

The regulations also remove fees for closed visa routes, establish new fees for the Global Business Mobility routes in the Isle of Man, and provide fee exceptions for transfer of conditions for those with leave under Appendix EU. These changes apply to the Home Office, the Treasury, and applicants seeking entry clearance or leave to remain in the United Kingdom or the Isle of Man.

Authorized private contractors at short-term holding facilities to take photographs of migrants for immigration purposes starting October 2026.

These Regulations expand the category of 'authorised persons' permitted to take photographs of individuals under immigration control.

Specifically, the order grants this authority to employees of private contractors working at short-term holding facilities.

The measure applies to the Home Office, its contracted security providers, and individuals detained or processed at these facilities, ensuring that the staff managing these sites have the same legal powers to take photographs as they do to take fingerprints.

Raised the legal maximum limits for immigration, nationality, and passport fees and expanded the scope of chargeable electronic travel services.

This Order amends the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Order 2016 by increasing the maximum amounts the Secretary of State can charge for specific immigration and nationality services.

It raises the ceilings for expedited 'priority' visa processing, passport applications, and the provision of contact center services.

Additionally, it provides the legal basis for charging fees related to the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme and certain sponsorship functions, applying to all individuals seeking entry to or status within the United Kingdom.

Raised the maximum legal limits for immigration and nationality fees and introduced new chargeable service categories.

This Order amends the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Order 2016 to increase the maximum amounts that the Secretary of State can charge for various immigration and nationality services.

It raises the fee caps for entry clearance, leave to remain, and naturalisation applications, while also introducing new categories for which fees may be charged, such as specific sponsor license services.

The Order applies to individuals seeking visas, citizenship, or settlement in the United Kingdom, as well as organizations acting as licensed sponsors.

Adjusted the maximum legal limits for immigration and nationality fees including work visas and citizenship applications.

This Order amends the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Order 2016 to adjust the maximum amounts that the Secretary of State can charge for specific immigration and nationality services.

It applies to individuals applying for entry clearance, leave to remain, and British citizenship, as well as organizations sponsoring foreign workers.

The Order specifically increases the fee caps for various visa categories, including work, study, and family routes, and updates the maximum amounts for premium services and administrative processes.

Raised the annual immigration health surcharge for adults to £1,035 and for students and children to £776.

This Order increases the annual immigration health surcharge that individuals must pay when applying for a UK visa or leave to remain.

It raises the standard rate for most adult applicants and the discounted rate for students, dependents, and minors.

The charge applies to non-EEA nationals and certain EEA nationals applying for temporary stay in the UK, with the funds allocated to the National Health Service.

Expanded the scope of immigration fees to include priority processing and adjusted the cost of the Life in the UK test.

This Order amends the Immigration and Nationality (Fees) Order 2016 to introduce new categories of fees and adjust existing charges for immigration and nationality functions.

It authorizes the Secretary of State to charge for services including the Life in the UK test, priority visa processing, and the validation of identity documents.

The provisions apply to individuals seeking entry to, or leave to remain in, the United Kingdom, as well as those applying for British citizenship.

Brought into force updated statutory guidance for identifying and protecting vulnerable individuals within the immigration detention system.

This Order brings into force a revised version of the statutory guidance concerning the detention of vulnerable individuals under immigration powers.

It directs Home Office officials to apply the criteria set out in the 'Guidance on detention of vulnerable persons' when determining whether a person’s mental or physical condition makes them unsuitable for detention.

The Order applies to the Secretary of State and immigration officers responsible for detention decisions across the United Kingdom.