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Visas: British National (Overseas)

Asked by James NaishLabourHome OfficeTabled Answered 22 May 2025UIN 52347

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will commit to keeping the BN(O) visa route open to new applicants at least until the Chinese government enters a state of full compliance with the Sino-British Joint Declaration.

Answered by Seema Malhotra

The Government is committed to supporting members of the Hong Kong community who have relocated to the UK and those who may come here in future. We keep all aspects of the immigration system under review, in consultation with a wide range of experts and stakeholders.

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