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Welcome to the website of the UKBorder Agency (Application Centre) in Bahrain

      LATEST NEWS

  • 01 July 2009: The online visa application system, Visa4UK, will be unavailable on Friday 3 July at 08:00 to 11:00 British Summer Time. During this time you will not be able to apply online or check existing applications. The is due to essential testing of the online World-Pay system. The UK Border Agency apologises for any inconvenience this may cause.

  • 01 July 2009: The UK Border Agency online points-based system tools will be unavailable on Sunday 5 July between 17:00 and 18:05 British Summer Time. The self-assessment tool, sponsorship management system and sponsor application will be offline so that essential maintenance work can be carried out. You will not be able to use the online points-based system tools during this time.

  • 12 June 2009: Online application system survey. We would like to hear your views about our online visa application system, Visa4UK, so that we can look at ways to improve the service we offer you. The survey will not take more than 3 minutes to complete. The responses are anonymous and they will not affect the outcome of your application. Follow this link to complete the survey. Thank you for taking part.

  • 03 June 2009: Customer satisfaction survey. We would like to hear your views on the visa application process. This online survey will give us valuable information on how you found the visa application process and areas for improvement. The survey will take less than 5 minutes to complete and your answers and comments are confidential. It will not affect the outcome of your visa application in any way. Thank you for taking part.

  • 02 June 2009: Problems accessing the online visa application system Visa4UK.
    Some applicants may be experiencing problems in accessing the online application system following maintenance on 27-29 May. If users are still experiencing problems then they should either:
    • Press 'Ctrl' and F5 to refresh the page
    • Or access the online application system using the following web address - www.visa4uk.fco.gov.uk/ApplyNow.aspx

  • 08 May 2009: Due to an IT problem, the UK Border Agency is experiencing delays processing some visa applications. We process around 200,000 visa applications per month and most applications have not been affected by the current problem. The UK Border Agency apologises for any inconvenience and is working hard to fix the problem. We continue to monitor the situation very closely. Should anyone require urgent travel to the UK they should contact their local visa application centre/ call centre/ UK Border Agency at a British mission.

  • 17 April 2009: The UK Border Agency wishes to advise our customers that due to an IT upgrade the Visa Section will be unable to process any visa applications made at the VFS visa application centre in Bahrain until Tuesday 21 April. We apologise for any inconvenience. Customers who wish to travel urgently are asked to consider making their application at our application centres in Doha or Dubai.

  • 16 April 2009: The online visa application system, Visa4UK, is currently unavailable for customers in Abu Dhabi and Bahrain. Please continue to check the Visa4UK website for further updates. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

  • 06 April 2009: If you want to study in the UK from 31 March 2009 you must make your application using the Points Based System Tier 4 (General) student or Tier 4 (Child) student. Please make sure that you complete the correct application form and points scoring appendix. If you are making an on-line application you must select the correct visa category and pay the correct fee. You are advised to carefully read the Tier 4 points based system guidance. Failure to provide the correct information may lead to your application being refused.

  • 01 April 2009: Dates for implementation of visa regimes in Bolivia, Lesotho, South Africa, Swaziland and Venezuela announced. Please visit the UK Border Agency Visa Services website for more information.

  • 31 March 2009: New student immigration system launches in the UK on 31 March 2009. The points-based system aims to simplify the application processes. To find out more visit the UK Border Agency Visa Services website.
    25 March 2009: Important changes to Tier 1 (general) academic qualifications. From 31 March 2009, people wanting to make an application under Tier 1 (general) will need to hold a minimum level of academic qualification that is equivalent to a UK Masters degree, which is confirmed by UK NARIC. Further information on new rules for skilled and highly skilled migrant workers can be found on the UK Border Agency website.

  • Monday 9 February 2009: From 3 March 2009 there will be important changes to the visa requirements for holders of Taiwanese, South African and Jamaican passports. Please visit the UK Border Agency Visa Services website for more information

  • 10 March 2009: New student immigration system set to launch in the UK on 31 March 2009
  • Who Are We?

    VFS Global is a commercial company, working in partnership with UKBA and the British Embassy here in The Kingdom of Bahrain providing services to help people apply for UK visas.


  • How Can We Help You?

    You will find information on this site, supplied by UKBA, about how to apply for a UK visa, if you need one. From this site you can also use our free e-mail service to obtain the same information. We also offer a telephone information service.

    Information about the UK's immigration rules and policies can be found on UKBA' website (www.ukvisas.gov.uk).

    VFS also manages Visa Application Centre for UKBA here in The Kingdom of Bahrain where you should submit your application, your biometric fingerscans and pay the application fee. The details of the visa application centre can be found in the Contact Us section of this website.

    For visa application supported countries only

    VFS also manages Visa Application Centre for UKvisas here in Bahrain where you should submit your application, your biometric fingerscans and pay the application fee. The address details of the visa application centre can be found in the Contact Us section of this website.


  • Where Can I Get Advice?

    VFS Global and its staff cannot give you advice on how to complete your application, or what type of visa you should apply for. If you need help with your application or advice about the UK's immigration rules and requirements, you should seek advice from a qualified immigration adviser. In the UK immigration advisers regulated by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner (OISC - www.oisc.gov.uk).

    You can also obtain advice from legally qualified professionals regulated by designated professional bodies. A list of legally qualified professionals who can advise on immigration matters can be downloaded from the following websites:

    Law Society of England and Wales
    Law Society of Scotland
    Law Society of Northern Ireland
    Institute of Legal Executives

    Please note: The Law Societies of England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland and the Institute of Legal Executives cannot provide direct help or advice on visa applications. They can only provide a list of law firms who can advise on immigration matters.


  • Who Decides If I Will Get A Visa?

    Your visa application will be processed and decided by UKBA staff. Neither VFS, nor any of our staff, play any part in or influence the outcome of your visa application.

    If any member of our staff claims to be able to influence your application, you should inform the nearest British diplomatic mission as soon as possible.


  • Service standards - complaints and compliments

    The UK Border Agency aims to offer a fair and professional service to all our customers. We welcome feedback it helps us to see where we need to improve. If you have any comments, or are concerned about the standard of service you received, please let us know. We investigate all complaints fully and will send you a reply within 20 working days. If you wish to complain about the service you received from the UK Border Agency at this Embassy, please address your complaint to the Entry Clearance Manager at British Embassy, Manama Bahrain, or by e-mail visa.abudhabi@fco.gov.uk
       
    If you wish to complain about the service you received from VFS Global, you may submit it direct to their website, in person, or to the visa manager above. Customer Services and Feedback.


  • Useful Links

    Do I need a visa?

    Borders and Immigration Agency

    UK Trade and Investment

    Visit Britain

    British Council


    For information and latest updates on the UKBA policies and procedures, please visit www.ukvisas.gov.uk.
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