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Changes to the Armed Forces immigration rules: update: There has been a delay to the implementation of the proposed Armed Forces Immigration rules, the new rules are now not due to come into effect until October 2013. The current transition period is therefore extended until this time. If you are married to a soldier who has become a British Citizen and you have not applied for the 2 year 'spouse visa', you are still able to apply for this under the rules in place prior to 9th July. For more information click here.

New Life in the UK test comes into effect: A new Life in the UK test comes into effect on 25 March 13. To pass the test it is highly recommended that you read the new edition of the Life in UK Test Handbook. Unlike the previous test which only had questions on selected chapters of the handbook, the new test will include questions on all sections of the new handbook. The new handbook has been updated to provide the reader with a more accurate reflection of living in the UK, with a greater focus on British culture and history. For all information on the test and the handbook click here.

 

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AFF Specialist

Katherine Houlston, Foreign & Commonwealth SpecialistKatherine Houlston, AFF Foreign & Commonwealth Specialist. 

Useful links

HM Forces Frequently Asked Immigration Questions

Foreign and Commonwealth section on The British Army website.

British Army Support Guide for F&C families.

Nationality Directorate: To speak to someone about becoming a British Citizen. First read all the information on British Citizenship on the UKBA website. Call 0845 010 5200.

Information and advice on benefits, tax credits, working in the UK, employment support, passport applications and much more - www.gov.uk

National Insurance Number information

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