A statement<\/a> from UKCISA noted that it is not clear what will be recorded about people\u2019s immigration position during this grace period, or where it will be recorded.<\/p>\n\u201cIt is not clear whether or how this could affect future immigration applications,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
\u201cAdditionally, it is not clear how people will be able to prove, without documentation, that they are in this grace period and therefore have the same conditions of stay in the UK.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis could be particularly challenging for people who need to demonstrate this to employers, educational institutions or landlords.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to UKCISA, the guidance does not appear to provide a grace period, of any length, for people whose leave expires after July 31.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe understand this is a concern to many students whose leave is expiring soon after 31 July 2020 and who may still not yet be able to leave the UK, or make any plans to, because of coronavirus travel restrictions,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n
Under the new visa rules, if a student intends to leave the UK but is not able to do by August 31, they may request additional time as part of an \u2018exceptional indemnity\u2019 policy.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe indemnity does not grant you leave but will act as short-term protection against any adverse action or consequences after your leave has expired,\u201d the government guidance said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Coronavirus Immigration Team will provide you with further advice on what you need to do to request an indemnity.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis will include providing details of the reason why you are unable to leave the UK and supporting evidence, for example, a confirmed flight ticket with a date after 31 August or confirmation of a positive coronavirus test result.\u201d<\/p>\n
Those who intend to remain in the UK should apply for the necessary leave to remain in the country.<\/p>\n
Foreign nationals will be able to submit an application form from within the UK where they would usually need to apply for a visa from their home country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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