UK Extends Grace Period for eVisa Switch Until March 2025. Apply now!

Highlights: UK announces extension of grace period for eVisa switch until 2025

• The UK has announced a grace period until March 2025 for physical eVisa documentation.
• The UK government announced the extension on December 04, 2024.
• The extended period is applicable to foreign travelers transitioning to a digital eVisa system.
• The UK Home Office has urged the holders of BRP, BRC, and ILR stamp holders to transition to eVisa by December 2024.

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UK eVisa documentation extended till March 2025

 

The Government of UK has recently announced to extend the grace period of UK eVisa until March 2025. The physical visa documentation for international travellers, including Indians, switching to an eVisa system will be eligible for the extension on grace period.

The UK Home Office has urged the biometric residence permits (BRP), biometric residence cards (BRC) holders, and indefinite-leave-to-remain stamp holders to transition to eVisa by December 2024.

 

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Switching to UK eVisa

 

The UK has embraced eVisas as around 3.1 million travellers have migrated using the digital system. BRPs and BRCs that are about to expire on or after December 31, 2024 are being accepted as valid travel documents by flights and airlines. This provision will be effective till March 2025.

The UK Home Office urged paper visa holder to switch to eVisa by using official website of the government. UK ILR holders are advised to apply for a free “No Time Limit” eVisa which can neither get lost nor get stolen.

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Benefits of an eVisa

 

The following are the benefits of an eVisa:

• No requirement to carry physical documents
• No need to leave passports with authorities while waiting for a decision
• No renewal or collection of physical permits
• Current immigration rights remain unchanged while switching

 

Steps to get an eVisa in the UK

An applicant whose BRPS is stolen or lost can follow the steps listed below to acquire an eVisa:

• Report the theft or loss of BRP to the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to avoid unauthorized usage.
• Create a free UKVI account by visiting the official website.
• Get your identity verified by using the UK Immigration: ID Check app.
• Access your eVisa from your UKVI account.
• Update all personal details to avoid verification issues while traveling.

 

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