How to Secure Your UK eVisa and Access It via UKVI Account

🎓 From Visa Decision to Confirmation of Immigration Status in the UK
From 15 July 2025, the UK fully transitioned to issuing eVisas—a digital, passport-linked record—replacing physical stickers and BRPs for most new student visas.

✅ What You Need to Do Next

1. Create a UKVI Account

Set up a UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) account immediately after receiving your visa decision.
You’ll need:

• A valid passport and either your visa application number (GWF/UAN) or BRP number
• An email address, phone number, and smartphone for ID verification using the UK Immigration: ID Check app.

2. Confirm Identity & Link Your Passport

Log in, link your passport via the ID Check app (or BRP if still valid), and submit your identity scan.
Once approved, your passport will be digitally linked to your eVisa in your UKVI account.

3. Preview Your eVisa

Verify all personal details—name, date of birth, nationality, document expiry—match your travel documents before departure.

4. Generate a Share Code

Use the "View and Prove Immigration Status" tool to create a share code for use by universities, employers, or border officials. Codes are valid for 90 days and can be re-generated as needed.

5. Carry Your Passport + Share Code (and BRP if held until March 2025)

Even if you previously received a BRP or vignette, budget to keep it until 31 March 2025, as expired physical documents remain accepted until then.

6. Update Your Details Immediately

If you change your passport, name, address, or contact info, log into UKVI and update promptly to avoid mismatches or travel complications.

7. At UK Arrival & During Enrolment

Bring your passport + share code, and any valid BRP/vignette. Universities will conduct Right‑to‑Study checks using your eVisa (via share code) or physical document if still valid.

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🛂 Why This eVisa Transition Matters

• Instant and secure: no physical cards at risk of being lost or stolen
• Streamlined verification: digital status is accessible online and easily shared
• Phased phase‑out: physical documents valid until early 2025 to ease transition.

🧾 Pre‑Departure Checklist

✅ Task	✅ Completed
Create UKVI account & complete ID verification	☐
Confirm your passport is linked to your eVisa	☐
Review all details in your eVisa	☐
Generate and save a share code	☐
Carry passport + share code (BRP/vignette if valid until Mar 2025)	☐
Update your UKVI account with any changes	☐
Bring all required documentation to enrolment	☐

📞 Need Assistance?

• Visit GOV.UK or use the UKVI Support Webchat if your passport isn't linking to the account or you can’t generate your eVisa.
• Contact your University's International Office for help with enrolment or status verification.
• If you're experiencing access issues overseas, ask airline staff to contact the Carrier Support Hub for entry confirmation.

Your travel and enrolment in the UK begins with your digital visa—and the right preparation ensures a seamless transition. Safe travels and best wishes for your studies! ✨