What Will Happen If You Are Detained?

Biometric information

Officials will expect you to provide biometric information. This includes a picture and your fingerprints. This is usually provided by applicants for UK visas but is not be required for non-visa visitors. It is important to comply with UK immigration as the data is shared with a database and any negative experiences will affect your travels all over the world.

Searching bags

Your bags will be subjected to scrutiny.

Questioned by immigration officers

You will be asked questions by UK immigration officials about:

• Your travel plans;
• how you intend to spend your time in the UK;
• how you will support yourself during your stay;
• the amount of money you have in your bank accounts.

It is important to answer these questions accurately and honestly to satisfy the officials. If your answers do not satisfy the officials, you may be refused entry and taken to an immigration detention centre or sent to your departure location.

Detention and removal centres

If you are held in an immigration detention centre, it is advisable to seek advice from a legal professional. They can help you gather the evidence to satisfy the Home Office and resolve the issue so you can continue your travels. Detention centres are comfortable, and you will be provided with food and access to a phone to contact your loved ones and your legal adviser.

If you are being detained after a period of overstaying, you may be able to appeal, but the most likely outcome will be a return to your country of origin. If the decision is made for you to be removed, you must comply with this to protect your chances of entering the UK again in the future.

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