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J: NATIONALITY AND IMMIGRATION

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1. Entry to the UK by Hong Kong British Passport Holders

I am happy to confirm that BDTCS and BN(0)s are exempt from any requirement to hold an entry certificate or visa to visit the UK. BN (0) passports are endorsed to this effect.

BN (0) passport holders have the same entitlements to enter and

This means they leave the UK as enjoyed by BDTC passport holders.

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can come to visit of study without any prior formalities. because they do not have the right of abode in UK, certain

not categories, primarily those coming with a view to settlement, are required to establish their claim beforehand.

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There is no question of discrimination against Hong Kong travellers by British immigration officials.

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Last year of 61,000

Hong Kong British Passport holders travelling to Britain only 310 were denied entry, when immigration officials were not satisfied that the purpose of the visit or the proposed length of stay were genuinely explained. All countries and territories, including Hong Kong, operate such rules.

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