Singapore Passport Holder & UK Permanent Resident

I am a Singapore citizen and a UK Permanent Resident. My passport is expiring on 06 April 2018.

I am travelling to Singapore between December 21st and 31st. Am I allowed to re-enter the UK with my passport expiring in April or will the Immigration stop me?

I am concerned I will not get the renewal in time for my travel.

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Best Answer

The requirements for entering the UK are found here.

Unlike some countries, the UK does not have a requirement of six months' passport validity when you enter. Instead, the guidelines simply state (for non-EEA nationals):

It must be valid for the whole of your stay.

Obviously that doesn't apply to you, since as a permanent resident you can stay as long as you want. I don't think there is any issue here, and you shouldn't have a problem.

(The issue here is ability to leave the country if and when required to do so. For someone who was only allowed to stay in country a limited time, an expired passport would be an impediment to meeting the legal obligation to leave--hence the validity requirements, and associated requirements like having a valid ticket home. But this is not a concern for a permanent resident).

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How long can a Singapore passport holder stay in UK?

Entry and Exit If you're planning to visit the UK for more than six months, or for any purpose other than tourism, please refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website at https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration to ensure you apply for the appropriate visa.

How can I get PR from Singapore to UK?

You can migrate to the UK:

With a job offer to work in the country.

By going there as a student.

By getting married or engaged to a UK citizen or permanent resident.

As an entrepreneur setting up a business.

As an investor.

Can Singaporeans live in the UK?

Singaporeans, the UK have implemented a scheme called Registered Traveller status. If you are over 18, have a long term visa or have visited the UK at least 4 times in the last 24 months and have an eligible passport, you are welcome to apply.

How can I get permanent residence in UK?

To qualify for permanent residence, you must have been active in the UK during the 5-year residence period either as a worker, job-seeker (registered with the job centre), student, self-employed person (with comprehensive sickness insurance) or a self-sufficient person (must have comprehensive sickness insurance).

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