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Entering the UK

Information for individuals wishing to enter and work in the UK, and advice on bringing filming equipment into the UK.

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Migration

  • The UK's migration system is changing. The UK Border Agency (UKBA) is rolling out a new points-based system. For information on the new system view our fact sheet fact sheet or visit UKBA's website.
  • The codes of practice for both performers and workers are now available on UKBA's website.

Employing migrant workers

  • UK employers can find information on employing migrant workers on UKBA's website.

Professional advice

  • Contact details for immigration lawyers and private companies which offer visa and passport services are available in the following UK production directories: Kays, Kemps and The Knowledge
  • Please note that any person, whose business is not regulated by any formal authority and who offers any form of immigration advice (work permits included), must be registered with the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner www.oisc.org.uk.

Importing and exporting filming equipment

  • Information on the UK's regulations for importing and exporting filming equipment is available in our fact sheet fact sheet.

Freight agents

  • Contacts details for freight agents can be found in the following UK production directories: Kays, Kemps and The Knowledge.