United Kingdom outlines steps for visa holders to access eVisa

The United Kingdom has published guidelines explaining how visa holders can access their electronic immigration status, known as eVisa. UK Visas and Immigration shared the instructions through a pictorial posted on its official account on Monday, detailing the move from physical immigration documents to digital records.

Applicants must initially submit their visa requests online via the official government portal and provide biometric data at a designated application centre if requested. Following a decision, successful applicants receive an email notification prompting them to set up a dedicated profile.

Users need to establish a UKVI profile on the official web page and complete identity verification through a smartphone application. The digital system then links the profile to the electronic record, allowing individuals to review their immigration details online without any financial charge.

The UK government stated that users "do not need to pay to set up a UKVI account or access your eVisa". Officials added that linked accounts usually grant immediate access, though the activation process might occasionally require up to 24 hours to complete.

Holders of the digital status can generate share codes to verify their permissions for employment or housing purposes. Furthermore, travellers can use the digital records during transit provided their passport details are properly attached to their profiles, while existing visa vignettes remain valid until expiration.