Guidance

International Sportsperson: caseworker guidance

Immigration staff guidance on how to consider applications to enter, remain or settle in the UK on the International Sportsperson route.

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UK Visas and Immigration
Published
11 October 2021
Last updated
9 November 2022 — See all updates

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International Sportsperson: guidance for caseworkers

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UK Visas and Immigration guidance for staff designed to be used alongside Appendix International Sportsperson of the Immigration Rules. The rules explain the requirements an applicant must meet, and this guidance provides additional information on how to consider their application. Paragraph references refer to Appendix International Sportsperson unless otherwise stated.

The International Sportsperson route is for an elite sportsperson or qualified sports coach who is internationally established and can make a significant contribution to the development of their sport at its highest level in the UK.

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Published 11 October 2021
Last updated 9 November 2022 + show all updates

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