Welcome to the UK Border Agency
The UK Border Agency is responsible for securing the United Kingdom borders and controlling migration in the United Kingdom. We manage border control for the United Kingdom, enforcing immigration and customs regulations. We also consider applications for permission to enter or stay in the United Kingdom, citizenship and asylum.
Need an appointment? Now you can book online
UK Border Agency launches new service for applicants
If you want to make an immigration application in person at our UK offices, or you need to enrol your biometrics for an identity card, you must book an appointment - and now you can do so online as well as by phone.
Latest news
- 04/11/09 Have your say on OISC's guidance on competence for immigration advisors
- 03/11/09 Deadline approaches for consultation on application charges
- 02/11/09 Bogus students and the points-based system - UK Border Agency response
- 02/11/09 Escape of foreign national prisoner - UK Border Agency response
Businesses and Sponsors
This section is for businesses employing migrants and for education providers who sponsor students.
Travel and Migration
This section is for migrants in the United Kingdom and people travelling to and from the UK.