The Immigration (Exemption from Control) (Amendment) Order 2015
This Order amends the Immigration (Exemption from Control) Order 1972 (S.I 1972/1613) made under section 8(2) of the Immigration Act 1971 (c. 77) (“the 1971 Act”). The effect is to exempt eligible dependants of members of the United States visiting forces posted in the United Kingdom from any provision of the 1971 Act relating to those who are not British citizens (except any provision relating to deportation). This is subject to the dependant meeting the suitability criteria under Appendix Armed Forces of the Immigration Rules and providing evidence that the member is able to maintain and accommodate the dependant without recourse to public funds.