28 April 2008
From 28 April 2008, people applying for an extension of stay in the United Kingdom using application forms for students FLR(S) and marriages FLR(M) will also need to complete the new section (7) of the application form which covers biometric immigration documents. Biometric immigration document is the legal term for identity cards for foreign nationals.
Details of those who need to apply for a biometric immigration document and information on the application process can be found in the studying in the UK and the UK residency sections of this website.