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Updates on the move to eVisas
Information on the the move from physical immigration documents to eVisas.
From:
UK Visas and Immigration
Published
15 July 2025
Last updated
11 March 2026
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UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) are replacing physical immigration documents with a digital immigration status, known as an eVisa.
This explains the transition and updates will be available as the transition takes place.
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Get access to an eVisa
Online immigration status (eVisa): UKVI account creation data
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Published 15 July 2025
Last updated 11 March 2026
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11 March 2026
Updated with information about adding Home Office travel documents to UKVI accounts.
25 February 2026
Updated information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.
28 January 2026
Added information about making a new application for permission to come to the UK from 25 February 2026.
12 January 2026
Updated information on who can set up a UKVI account to access an eVisa from 12 January 2026.
11 November 2025
Updated information on invitations to set up a UKVI account to access an eVisa from 11 November 2025.
30 October 2025
Updated information on when successful applications for certain work, study and family visas, or for indefinite leave to enter (settlement) on any route, may not get a vignette.
23 October 2025
Update on the date for new applications for permission to come to the UK as part of the next phase for the eVisa roll out.
15 October 2025
Update on making a new application for permission to come to the UK as part of the next phase for the eVisa roll out.
1 September 2025
Added information about additional funding for community support.
15 July 2025
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