Immigration Legislation
Legislative framework for immigration control, visa policies, citizenship, asylum procedures, and border security.
The Ecclesiastical Judges, Legal Officers and Others (Fees) Order 2026
This Order brings into force various provisions of the Immigration Act 2014 on 28 July 2014 and 20 October 2014, primarily affecting non-UK citizens subject to immigration control.
It activates new powers for the Secretary of State to remove persons without leave to remain and significantly restricts the types of immigration decisions that can be appealed to a tribunal.
The Order also introduces transitional arrangements to determine which cases remain under the previous legal framework and which are subject to the new rules based on the date of the immigration decision.
The Abuse Redress Rules 2026
These regulations amend the fee structure for medical practitioners applying for registration with the General Medical Council.
They specifically revoke the 'fixed fee' previously applicable to certain doctors with overseas qualifications, requiring them instead to pay the standard registration fee.
These changes apply to any medical practitioner qualified outside the UK who seeks inclusion in the GMC register on or after 1 April 2024.
The Clergy Conduct Rules 2026
This Order expands the scope of functions for which the Secretary of State may charge fees relating to immigration and nationality.
It specifically authorizes the introduction of fees for the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme and for 'contact point services' provided to applicants, such as telephone or email support.
The provisions apply to the Home Office and affect individuals seeking entry to or leave to remain in the United Kingdom, as well as those applying for British citizenship.
Correction to Birth, Death and Marriage Registration Fees
This document issues technical corrections to the Registration of Births, Deaths, Marriages and Civil Partnerships (Fees) (Amendment) Regulations 2026.
It modifies specific typographical errors in the text of the regulations and provides a more accurate legal citation for the insertion of Section 38A by the Immigration Act 2016.
These changes ensure that the instructions for updating registration fees in England and Wales are grammatically correct and legally precise.
The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 (Commencement No. 5) Regulations 2026
The Secretary of State brings into force sections 49 and 50 of the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 effective 12th August 2026.
These regulations mandate that the First-tier Tribunal determine certain immigration appeals within 24 weeks, specifically targeting appellants receiving government accommodation support and non-detained individuals liable for deportation due to criminal convictions.
These requirements apply to the Tribunal judiciary and administration, though the timeframe may be waived if the Tribunal deems compliance not reasonably practicable or if the appeal is conducted from outside the United Kingdom.
The Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations 2026
These Regulations amend the Motor Vehicles (Driving Licences) Regulations 1999 to extend the period during which holders of Ukrainian driving licences for cars, motorcycles, and mopeds may legally drive in Great Britain.
The amendments apply to individuals who hold or have held specific types of leave under the Ukraine Scheme, including the Homes for Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme, Ukraine Family Scheme, and Ukraine Extension Scheme.
Depending on the specific visa held and the timing of the application, eligible persons are authorized to drive for either five years or six years and six months from the date they became resident in Great Britain, provided they have applied for an extension of their Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme leave.
The Armed Forces (Review of Court Martial Sentence) (Amendment and Supplementary Provision) Regulations 2026
These Regulations expand the list of offences for which the Attorney General may refer a Court Martial sentence to the Court Martial Appeal Court on the grounds of undue leniency.
They add a wide range of sexual, terrorism-related, and modern slavery offences to the existing review framework, ensuring service justice alignment with civilian law.
Additionally, the instrument modifies procedural timelines, allowing the Attorney General an additional 14 days to apply for a review if a request is received within the final two weeks of the standard 28-day limit.
The Regulations apply to the entirety of the United Kingdom and govern the sentencing oversight of persons subject to service law.
The Immigration (Restrictions on Employment and Residential Accommodation) (Prescribed Requirements and Codes of Practice) (Amendment) Regulations 2026
These Regulations amend existing immigration orders to integrate digital verification services into the 'right to work' and 'right to rent' checking processes.
They mandate that employers and landlords wishing to establish an excuse against civil penalties must increasingly rely on registered Digital Verification Service Providers (DVSPs) when using technology for facial recognition or document validation.
The document also introduces new compliance requirements for complex labor arrangements, such as online matching services and subcontracting chains, and Brings into force four revised codes of practice regarding civil penalties and the avoidance of unlawful discrimination.
These measures apply to all employers in the UK and landlords or agents managing residential tenancies in England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.