UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is in the process of creating a digital immigration system. This entails UKVI substituting physical documents with an online record of one's immigration status. This is referred to as an eVisa.
An eVisa or digital visa will serve as an online record of your immigration status for the UK. Transitioning to an eVisa will not alter your current immigration status or the terms of your existing permission to enter or stay in the UK.
There are several advantages to an eVisa or digital visa:
You can watch a video on what an eVisa is.
The aim is for the eVisa to replace physical immigration documents such as:
If you presently possess a physical immigration document granting permission to enter or stay in the UK, the transition to an eVisa will affect you.
It's important to note that the move to eVisas will impact ALL individuals holding a physical immigration document for entry and residency in the UK.
If your BRP card expires on 31 December 2024 but your visa allows you to remain in the UK beyond this date, this is intentional. UKVI is gradually phasing out physical immigration documents, including those listed above. As of 1 January 2025, a BRP card will no longer be necessary. You will be able to verify your immigration status online without it.
If your BRP or BRC card is set to expire on 31 December 2024, it's crucial to verify the actual duration of your visa permission. You should refer to your UKVI decision email or letter for this information.
We will be updating this page with additional instructions and guidance as they become accessible.
