Police Registration

On 4th August 2022, the Home Office ended all visa requirements to register with the police.

This change takes immediate effect for those who were previously obliged to register, and new visa decisions should not require police registration. 

For reference, we list the nationalities who previously had to register and answer some common questions below.

How can the University support you?

You can find guidance on various visa topics on the University’s webpages. These webpages include the most common visa related topics, questions and issues. You should always use the webpages first however if you require advice or guidance beyond what is covered on the webpages you can contact the Student Advice and Support Service.

Frequently Asked Questions

I previously registered with the police, do I need to keep my certificate up to date?

No.

Do I need to keep my police registration certificate?

No. There will be no requirement for you to use the certificate e.g. in a visa extension application or for any other immigration purpose.  You may wish to keep your certificate for you own records or in case registration requirements are ever re-introduced.

I lost my police registration certificate; do I need to replace it?

No.

My visa / visa decision required me to register with the police but I have not done that yet, do I still need to register?

No.  Even if a recent visa or decision mentions the need to register with the police it is no longer required now. 

I am waiting for an appointment with the police to register/update my certificate, do I need to attend?

No, we expect the police will notify you that the appointment is cancelled.

Which nationalities previously had to register?

If you are one of the following nationalities, you are no longer obliged to comply with any police registration requirements.  

Afghanistan 
Algeria 
Argentina 
Armenia 
Azerbaijan 
Bahrain 
Belarus 
Bolivia 
Brazil 
China 
Colombia 
Cuba 
Egypt 
Georgia 
Iran 
Iraq 
Israel 
Jordan 
Kazakhstan 
Kuwait 
Kyrgyzstan                
Lebanon 
Libya 
Moldova 
Morocco 
North Korea 
Oman 
Palestine 
Peru 
Qatar 
Russia 
Saudi Arabia 
Sudan 
Syria 
Tajikistan 
Tunisia 
Turkey 
Turkmenistan 
United Arab Emirates 
Ukraine 
Uzbekistan 
Yemen 

 

Last Updated: 13th December 2022