UK Immigration Bail: Biodata Form Requirement for Reporting Centre Appointments
What changed
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) has changed its advice for people on immigration bail. They should now complete a biodata form before going to their reporting centre appointments. This new advice was published on 19 August 2026. The form will ask for personal details, including family information, school history, and job history. People should complete the form before their appointment. An immigration officer may also ask them to complete the form at the reporting centre.
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