§ Mr. Arnoldasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what factors are taken into account when deciding on the approval of applications for residence in the United Kingdom; what level of capital is required to be shown by applicants; what flexibility operates over the assessment of these sums; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RaisonApplications for residence in the United Kingdom are considered under the immigration rules—HC 394; 1979–80. Under paragraphs 35 to 38 of the rules, the minimum level of capital normally necessary for an applicant seeking to come here as a person of independent means, as a businessman or in self-employment is £100,000. Possession of the Minimum capital required is not in itself sufficient, however, and the other requirements of the rules must also be met. Consideration is given to the particular circumstances of each case in assessing whether the requirements of the immigration rules are met by an applicant.