How often can you stay in the UK for 6 months?
How often can you stay in the UK for 6 months? Under a multiple-entry visa, you can visit the UK several times over a 12-month period, limited to 6 months each stay, where the rule that a person cannot stay more than 180 days in any given year is a myth.
How does immigration know when I leave UK?
The coalition government committed in 2010 to reintroducing exit checks. From 8 April 2015, we will collect information on passengers leaving the UK as we do for those entering. Exit checks will provide us with vital information that confirms a person's exit from the UK.
How long can an EU citizen stay in the UK?
If you're an EU , EEA or Swiss Citizen travelling to the UK for a short business trip, you may not need to apply for a visa. Under the UK 's new points-based immigration system, you can continue to visit the UK without applying for a visa. In most cases you can stay for up to 6 months.
What happens if you overstay 6 months in UK?
Under section 24 of the Immigration Act 1971, overstaying your UK visa for any duration is a criminal offense, potentially leading to a fine or imprisonment. However, you could benefit from a 14-day grace period if you have a “good reason” for submitting a late immigration application.