Published: 09.07.2026
The revised Immigration Rules provide for deportation in the public interest where a foreign national has received a custodial or suspended sentence of at least 12 months, committed an offence causing serious harm, or is a persistent offender. Some changes take effect on 30 July 2026, while other provisions apply from 3 August 2026.
According to the source, the Immigration Rules set out stricter deportation grounds for certain foreign nationals with criminal convictions. For migrants with convictions, this may increase the risk of losing permission to stay or facing refusal in future applications, particularly where the sentence is lengthy or offending is persistent. The change mainly affects current migrants and applicants with criminal records, rather than most law-abiding workers, students or families. It is worth reviewing for anyone whose immigration position may be affected by a conviction or pending application.