An eVisa is a digital record of your immigration status and the conditions tied to your permission to enter or stay in the UK. Unlike a physical immigration document, such as a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP), an eVisa allows you to prove your immigration status online. This can be useful when dealing with landlords, employers, or other entities that need to verify your right to be in the UK.
Key Points:
Immigration Status: The eVisa shows your current immigration status and the conditions of your stay in the UK.
Usage: You can use an eVisa to prove your immigration status online. You can still use your physical documents like a BRP until they expire.
Impact: Having an eVisa does not change your immigration status or the conditions under which you are allowed to stay in the UK.
Eligibility:
You can set up an eVisa if you have:
A Biometric Residence Permit (BRP)
A Frontier Worker Permit
If you hold another type of physical immigration document, you should check if you can access an eVisa.
How to Access Your eVisa:
UKVI Account: If you don't have one, you'll need to create a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account.
Identity Verification: You'll be required to confirm your identity using the 'UK Immigration ID Check' app.
Linking Your eVisa: Your eVisa will be linked to your UKVI account, and you'll receive an email notification once you can access it.
By setting up an eVisa, you can manage and prove your immigration status more conveniently without relying on physical documents.
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