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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Millie Cooke

Ukrainians fleeing war will be given three times as long to renew UK visas

Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s invasion will be given three times as long to renew their visas for the UK as part of an attempt to give them more certainty about their stay in Britain.

Those wishing to extend their stays will now be able to apply up to 90 days before their current permission expires – treble the current 28 days, The Independent understands.

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