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Registering with the UK police

Nationals of some countries have the requirement to register with the local police endorsed on their current visa. This is a requirement under the immigration rules. You will be given information on how to make an appointment to register with Fife Police during the matriculation process.

Documents required to register with the police

  • A valid passport and a photocopy of the photo page
  • A visa or biometric ID card and a photocopy
  • Police Registration certificate (if you already have one)
  • 1 UK standard passport photograph
  • Copy of the University Unconditional Offer Letter
  • Copy of E-contract / Accommodation Contract / Lease
  • £34 fee

Please be aware that the police will not retain your passport.

Keeping your registration up to date

It is your responsibility to keep your registration up to date with the police. You must notify them if you change address, University or extend your visa. Change of circumstances are processed free of charge and can be done straight away.

Failure to register

If you do not comply with this requirement you could incur a £2,000 fine and be eligible for removal from the UK for non-compliance of the immigration rules.

Contact details

International Student Advisers

Student Services
The Advice & Support Centre

79 North Street
St Andrews
Fife
KY16 9AL
Scotland, United Kingdom

Tel: 01334 46 2020

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