University of Lincoln International Handbook 2013 (PDF)

Step 4When you arriveArriving in a new country for the first timecan be a challenging experience. You mayhave travelled a long distance and be verytired, so it is important that you prepare foryour arrival.This section contains information on:■■Immigration■■Travel to Lincoln■■International Arrivals Lounge■ ■ EnrolmentImmigrationYou will have to pass through immigration when you arrive inthe UK so it is important for you to know what to expect. Werecommend that you read the following guide which gives youfull details of what to expect when you arrive at your point ofentry to the UK.Visit the ‘Arriving in the UK’ page on theUKCISA website.The Airport taxi pick-up ServiceIf you are unable to use our FREE airport pick-up service wecan organise a taxi for you from your airport of arrival to theUniversity. We have negotiated excellent discounted rates onyour behalf with a local taxi company, so you will receive awarm welcome at a reasonable price.Your taxi driver will meet you as you come through thearrivals gate at the airport and transport you to Lincoln. Ifyou wish to use either the free airport pick-up service or thepaid taxi pick-up service, then you must book in advancethrough our website:The International Student Arrival Form is available onour website.FREE Airport pick-serviceThe University will run a FREE airport pick-up service forstudents arriving into either London Heathrow Airport orManchester Airport on the following dates:Thursday 19th SeptemberThursday 26th SeptemberThis a free service for students but you will need to bookin advance and early to avoid disappointment.International Student Handbook 2013/14www.lincoln.ac.uk17