No more BRP. How to switch to eVisa?

eVisa is a new digital way to prove your immigration status. From 1 January 2025, you will need an eVisa instead of:

• biometric residence permits (BRP)
• biometric residence cards (BRC)
• endorsements or stickers in passports

BRP and documents above will no longer be accepted.

To get an eVisa – Create a UKVI online account. You might already have one if you have a BRP.

• If you already have a BRP, then you will already have a UKVI account and you can apply directly to the eVisa scheme online. You need to do this even if your current visa lasts beyond the introduction of the eVisa system on 1 January 2025.
• If you don’t have a BRP, you need to get one before applying for an eVisa.

If you have settlement status and a physical document which prove your status, you must apply for a BRP. If successful, you will receive a UKVI account and can apply for an eVisa.

When applying, you may need to provide evidence of your residency in the UK for each year. This evidence must be submitted online and may include mortgage statements, employment records, and travel history.

• If you already have a BRC, your status has been granted under the EU Settlement Scheme and you have an eVisa. You don’t need to apply for one.

If you have pre-settled or settled status through the EUSS scheme, you will be given an eVisa.

If you want to apply for a visa or ILR

If your application to remain in the UK is successful, you will get a temporary BRP and an eVisa and at the end of 2024 you will have only eVisa.

What can you do with eVisa?

• eVisa will be linked to your UKVI digital account.
• You will need to constantly update your passport and ID card details.
• You will need to have your passport with you when traveling.

When you have a UKVI account, you will be able to generate codes that confirm your status and share them.

Why do you need codes?

• Share with employers or landlords.
• The codes give access to your immigration status.
• You can generate new codes whenever you need them.

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