What is eVisa UK?
UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) has developed an online portal to see the visa status via online. eVisa has replaced the Biometrics Residents Permit BRP cards system which was in place until 31st December 2024. Having access to your eVisa UK online, you don’t need to carry physical documents or BRP card. This eVisa will be the confirmation of immigration record/status which can be seen via online at any time and from anywhere.
In the eVisa digitalized system, documents like (BRP) biometric residence permit, vignette stickers in passports and (BRC) biometric residence card will be replaced. All you need to do is carry your valid passport (which must be registered to your UKVI account) while traveling to the UK. Everything will be online; it enables you to prove your status more easily and securely. For expert advice and quick service, consult with Sunrise Solicitors today!
Which documents are replaced with eVisa UK?
| Document Type | Covered by eVisa | Notes |
| Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) | ✅ | Phased out; no longer issued after 31 October 2024 |
| Biometric Residence Card (BRC) | ✅ | Especially for EU family members |
| Visa Vignette in Passport | ✅ | Entry clearance is now stored digitally |
| Wet Ink Immigration Stamps | ✅ | Apply for NTL to convert to eVisa |
How do I apply for eVisa?
The applicant needs a UKVI (UK Visas and Immigration) account to apply for eVisa. If the applicant doesn’t have one, it can be created by ID confirmation using the UK Immigration ID Check application.
All you need is:
- BRP Card
- A Valid Passport with BRP number
- Visa Application Number
- A mobile number
- An email
The applicant starts the process of applying for eVisa at https://www.gov.uk/get-access-evisa
Who must apply for eVisa?
If you are not a British citizen and have indefinite leave to remain (ILR) or permanent status to stay in the UK, you need to get your eVisa UK now. For some migrants who are EU nationals with settled and pre-settled status, or on a skilled worker visa, or international students, they may already have their eVisa. They don’t need to reapply. They just need to verify their details on the UKVI website.
Do I need to create UKVI for my Child?
Yes, every individual, even the dependent child under 18, is required to create a UKVI account for eVisa. In child dependent cases, mobile number and email of the dependent can be used.
How do I use my UKVI account?
By following the instructions, once a UKVI account is created and access your eVisa. You will be able to check the details online such as, immigration status, type of permission, expiration of visa, and condition of stay.
What do BRP holders need to do?
Applicants who have a biometric residence permit BRP that expired on 31 December 2024 and have LTR (leave to remain) in the UK after this date, they don’t need to renew BRP. All the BRP issued expired on 31 December 2024. These applicants should create UKVI account. Creation of this account is simple and free. Create an account via https://www.gov.uk/get-access-evisa
Is there any deadline for eVisa?
UKVI has set the initial deadline for applying for eVisa was 31 December 2024. Expired BRPs can be used for travel until 1 June 2025, but affected individuals are encouraged to switch to an eVisa as soon as possible by creating a UKVI account.
Is there any fee to apply for eVisa UK?
The eVisa is free of cost service provided by UKVI. It is simple and easy to apply for eVisa.
What are the benefits of eVisa UK?
| Benefits | Detail |
| Enhanced Security | Unlike physical documents, eVisa cannot be lost, stolen, or tampered with. Digital records are safely stored and linked to your UKVI account, which adds layers of protection. |
| Convenient Access | It is more convenient for individuals to check their immigration status anytime online using their UKVI account. Applicants don’t need to wait to collect physical documents once their application has been approved. |
| Streamlined Proof of Status | eVisa makes it easier to prove your right to work, rent, or receive benefits in the UK. You can also create an online share code, which gives temporary access to third parties, for example, employers, landlords, or airlines. These codes are only valid for 90 days and you can refresh them anytime. |
| Convenient Border Experience | One of the biggest benefits of holding an eVisa is that you get to check in smoothly at the UK borders. |
| No Additional Charges | You don’t have to pay any further fees for creating a UKVI account or accessing your eVisa. |
| Real-Time Updates | With eVisa, updating your personal information, for example, passport details and contact info, is just one click away. You can do all that online from the convenience of your home. Moreover, this guarantees real-time depiction of data during travel or legal verifications. |
How can we help?
Sunrise Solicitors has dealt with many different eVisa applications and has assisted people with this new transition. The following are the services provided by us:
- Listening to our client’s requests and helping them to understand the process of submitting their request for an eVisa quickly and securely.
- Supporting clients who are restricted by outdated technology by providing them with a safe and secure way to obtain their own eVisa.
- Assisting clients in in the creation of the UKVI account and link of this account to an eVisa and their identity documents. This can be done remotely or in person at our UK head office.
- Providing world-class service to our clients by taking advantage of the Home Office’s ‘helper’ system which allows us to access your eVisa.
eVisa UK is a new service offered by the Home Office. Sunrise Solicitors provides you with step-by-step guidance throughout this complex process. Since the beginning of 2024, we have helped numerous clients with their e-Visa applications and have helped them switch to e-Visa.