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Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Wednesday, 9 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 September 2026 (named day). It was answered by Jo White (Labour) on Monday, 14 September 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.


Visas: Armed Forces

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what progress has she made in working with colleagues in the Ministry of Defence to waive applicable fees for Indefinite Leave to Remain for the spouses and children or current and former personnel who have served for more than four years.

Answer

The Government remains fully committed to delivering its manifesto commitment to scrap visa fees for non-UK veterans who have served for four years or more, and their dependants. Home Office officials are continuing to work closely with colleagues in the Ministry of Defence on its implementation.

The Government will update Parliament on implementation in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
28485
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Armed forces Fees and charges Visas Veterans
Link
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