Official Business
Diplomatic and official travel follows its own rules. We help diplomats, government officials and their families understand their status in the UK and plan what happens when a posting or visit ends.
Members of diplomatic missions and some officials of international organisations may be exempt from immigration control while posted to the UK, while other officials travel for government business under visit rules. Family members, private staff and people leaving their posting each face different requirements. We explain how the rules apply to you and help you plan any move into a standard immigration route.
We explain whether you are exempt or need a visa for your role or visit.
We help officials prepare applications for government business visits.
We advise on the status of partners and children of diplomatic staff.
We explain the routes available to private servants in diplomatic households.
We help you plan your options when your posting or exemption ends.
We advise on moving from exempt status into another immigration route.
Know exactly what your status allows while you are in the UK.
Make sure your family members' status is properly considered.
Prepare early for what happens when a posting ends.
Receive careful, confidential guidance throughout.
We review your role, posting and family circumstances.
We explain which immigration rules apply to you and your family.
We review letters and evidence relating to your role and status.
We help prepare applications where a visa or switch is needed.
We explain how time spent exempt is treated for settlement.
We assist with Home Office queries and next steps.
Members of diplomatic missions posted to the UK.
Officials travelling to the UK on government business.
Family members and private staff of diplomatic households.
First Step
We learn about your circumstances, your immigration history and what you want to achieve.
Second Step
We check the rules for your route and identify any risks, gaps or alternative options.
Third Step
We help you gather the right evidence and prepare a clear, well organised application.
Fourth Step
We guide you through submission and deal with Home Office correspondence where needed.
Fifth Step
We keep you updated, explain the decision and advise you on the next steps.
Understanding your status and your family's status on arrival.
Preparing for a short visit on government business.
Planning to stay in the UK after a posting finishes.
Status questions for children born or family joining during a posting.
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