Biometric residence permits: overseas applicant and sponsor information
General information on biometric residence permits for overseas applicants, employers and sponsors.
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This leaflet contains information for overseas applicants and sponsors. It explains what a biometric residence permit (BRP) is, what it can be used for, and how employers can check that prospective employees have a right to work in the United Kingdom.
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Last updated 7 February 2022 + show all updates
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Added accessible HTML version of guidance.
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Deletion of biometric residence permit: international rollout schedule guidance.
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Updated biometric residence permits: overseas applicant and sponsor information guide.
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Updated 'Biometric residence permits: overseas applicant and sponsor information'.
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Updated guidance.
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updated guidance
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New international rollout schedule.
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