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UKVI Clarifies Travel Restriction Before Visa Approval for Overseas Applicants

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) updated its 'Living in the UK: applying from overseas' guidance on 9 September 2026. The update explicitly states that applicants must not travel to the UK prior to their visa application being approved. This reinforces a critical prerequisite for all overseas visa applicants to the UK.

Jurisdiction

United Kingdom

Stage

Effective 9 Sept 2026

Published

9 Sept 2026

In force

9 Sept 2026

Category

Entry Rules

Official source

UK Visas and Immigration — News & communications