The eVisa Project

We can help you switch to an eVisa

We have received funding to provide free and independent support to local residents to apply for the eVisa.  Our expert advice team will be out at community locations to support people make the switch, as well as arranging appointments at any of our local offices across West Sussex.  If you would like help to transfer to an Evisa and have received your notification please get in touch.  The fastest way to arrange an appointment is by popping into one of our offices or filling this form.

What is a eVisa?

The Home Office is replacing physical immigration documents with a digital proof of immigration status called an eVisa.

• If you use a physical immigration document, you need to create a UKVI account. This will give you access to your eVisa.
• Creating a UKVI account is free. Details of how to do this are available at www.gov.uk/eVisa
• Updating from a physical document to an eVisa will not affect your immigration status, or the conditions of your permission to enter or stay in the UK

What documents are being replaced?

• biometric residence cards (BRC)
• passport endorsements, such as indefinite leave to enter wet ink stamps
• vignette stickers in passports, such as entry clearance or visa vignette
• biometric residence permits (BRP)

The benefits of an eVisa include: 

• You prove your status more quickly and easily at the UK border, and share it with people like employers and landords.
• Unlike a physical document, they cannot be lost or stolen.
• Ensures that you are compliant with UK rules.