The UK is transitioning towards a fully digital border and immigration system, officially phasing out physical documents such as Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) as of 31 October 2024 in favour of electronic visas (eVisas). As of 1 January 2025, BRPs have been discontinued, marking a shift to eVisas.
While expired BRPs and Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) can still be used as proof of status for overseas travel until 31 March 2025, errors within the new digital system are not uncommon. It is crucial to address any such issues promptly to ensure ease in proving your immigration status, accessing services and travelling without complications. We have outlined below the steps for correcting errors on your eVisa.
Steps for correcting errors on your eVisa
Reporting errors online
For errors including but not limited to:
- name
- date of birth
- nationality
- status
- the date your visa is valid from
- the date your visa is valid to
- National Insurance number
- photo
- what you can and cannot do in the UK
Use the UKVI online form (https://www.gov.uk/report-error-evisa) to report these mistakes. You’ll need to provide personal details, passport information and reference numbers such as BRP, UKVI customer number or UAN. You can also use this service to:
- report a problem with getting a share code
- change the email address or phone number you use to sign in – if the Home Office created your UKVI account
- report that you cannot view your eVisa when you sign in to your UKVI account
Contacting UKVI by telephone
You can also contact UKVI via telephone:
- From inside the UK: 0300 790 6268
- From outside the UK: +44 20 3875 4669
Phone lines are open:
- Monday to Friday (except bank holidays), 8am to 8pm
- Saturday and Sunday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
Keep in mind potential waiting times and that the operator may not resolve the issue immediately.
Using the eVisa webchat
The eVisa webchat (https://ukimmigration-support-webchat.homeoffice.gov.uk/evisa) provides real-time assistance, helping with common questions or directing you to additional resources on the gov.uk website.
Filing a complaint about eVisa errors
If previous steps do not resolve your issue, you can file a formal complaint with UKVI using their online complaint form (https://www.gov.uk/complain-uk-visas-immigration). UKVI aims to respond within 20 working days.
Updated: 7 January 2025
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