21/01/2009Identity Cards for Foreign Nationals

From 25 November 2009, UKBA will start issuing identity cards to non-EEA foreign nationals, and their dependants, who are granted further leave to remain in the UK within certain categories (student and marriage / civil partnerships / unmarried couples).   All those applying for further leave to remain under the categories above will be required to enrol their biometric details at one of UKBA's seven offices. Successful applicants will then be sent the card by secure delivery. As well as showing the holder’s photo, name, date of birth, nationality and immigration status, the credit-card sized document has a secure electronic chip for biometric details. Using fingerprint technology and digital facial images we can lock an individual to a single identity, helping to strengthen border control, prevent identity fraud and illegal working or immigration. The card will help to confirm a person’s immigration status and eligibility to entitlements in the UK. It will also help employers, educational establishments and other public service providers to understand a migrant’s immigration status via a single document. For further information about the Identity Cards for Foreign Nationals and guidance on checking the card please find below some useful links:- http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/employers/employersupport/employershelpline/

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