UK eVisa: what replaced the card

GOV.UK says eVisas have replaced physical immigration documents. An eVisa is a digital record of your identity, status and conditions, such as whether you can work or study.

You need a UKVI account to access it. There's no charge to set one up. Access is usually immediate once linked, but it can take up to 24 hours.

Example

Illustrative. A new job starts on the 1st and your landlord wants proof on the 3rd. Both will ask about your status, so get a share code from your account for each in good time.

Important

You can travel with your eVisa after you add your passport or travel document details, so update them when you renew. A biometric residence card may still work in some situations, and a visa sticker stays valid until it expires.

eVisa check

• ☐ Set up your UKVI account
• ☐ Add your current passport
• ☐ Check the conditions shown
• ☐ Note who may need a share code

Timeline and roadmap — job, rental and travel dates on one page →

Source: gov.uk, Get access to your eVisa. This isn't legal advice; the decision is the authority's.