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Overseas visitor information

Attention students attending Warwick University

The following students are not covered by the West Midlands Police:

  • Hurst
  • Redfern
  • Lakeside
  • Heronbank
  • Cryfield

If you live in these residences you must register at Leamington Spa Police Station.
Please call: 01926 415145

How will I know if I have to register?

If your visa says “Police Registration within 7 days of arrival” or “Report extension to the Police” you must attend the office within 7 days to register.

Visa

Students from the following countries are required by the Home Office to register with the Police.

Why do I have to register with the Police?

The Immigration Regulation Act 1971 (Registration with the Police) is a legal requirement made by the Home Office. Failure to register with the Police is a criminal offence and could lead to prosecution.

Where do I have to register?

If you live in the West Midlands area you will need to attend at the address below to register:

  • West Midlands Police HQ
    Lloyd House
    Colmore Circus Queensway
    Birmingham
    B4 6NQ
  • Sat Nav users – please use B4 6AT
    Please do not send post to this postcode

Please check office opening times before attending

What are the Opening Hours?

Monday
09.00 - 12.30
 
13.30 - 15.30
Tuesday
09.00 - 12.30
 
13.30 - 15.30
Wednesday
09.00 - 12.30
 
13.30 - 15.30  
Thursday
09.00 -12.30
 
13.30 - 15.30
Friday
Closed all day

The office is closed on Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holidays.

What documents do I need for a first time registration?

  • Passport
  • £34 (£50 notes will not be accepted) (Card payments are now accepted)
  • 2 Passport sized photographs
  • Confirmation of your University/College
  • Work Permit
  • Confirmation of your address (contract, bill, bank statement)
  • Confirmation of work details

You will also need to print off this form, complete it and bring it with you to the office.

Once you have registered, you will need to report any changes to the Police (see below)

I have already registered with the Police, what do I need to report?

Once you have registered you must inform the Police of any changes within 7 days. These changes include:

  • Change of address
  • Change of employment/University/College or course
  • Visa extension
  • New Passport
  • Change of marital status
  • Confirmation of work details

To report any of these changes you must attend the office with your Passport, Police Registration Certificate and proof (bill, bank statement, letter from University etc)

I have already registered with the Police in another city; do I need to register again?

If you have registered with the Police in another city and now live in the West Midlands area you are required to report to the Police. You will need to attend the office with:

  • Your passport
  • Your Police Registration Certificate
  • 2 passport sized photographs
  • Work Permit

You will also need to print off this form, complete it and bring it with you to the office.

You will not need to pay again if you have already registered with the Police

I am moving from the West Midlands to another area; what do I need to do?

If you are moving from the West Midlands area to another area you will need to contact our office before you leave and then register at your local Overseas Visitors Registration Office.

Contact us

  • West Midlands Police HQ
    PO Box 52
    Lloyd House
    Colmore Circus Queensway
    Birmingham
    B4 6NQ
  • Tel: 0121 626 5307
    Fax: 0121 322 6005
    Email: ovro@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk

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