Applying for an eVisa in the UK is a process that allows you to manage your immigration status online. This guide will walk you through the steps to apply for an eVisa and explain how Latitude Law can assist you throughout the process.
What is an eVisa?
An eVisa is an online record of your immigration status and the conditions of your permission to enter or stay in the UK. It replaces physical documents such as biometric residence permits (BRP), biometric residence cards (BRC), and passport endorsements.
Steps to Apply for an eVisa
- Create a UKVI Account: Visit the UKVI website and create a UKVI account. This account will allow you to access and manage your eVisa. To start creating your account you just need to click on the 'start now' button. You will need a valid email address and a mobile phone number associated with a smartphone to set up your account.
- Confirm Your Identity: Use the 'UK Immigration ID Check' app to confirm your identity. This app will link your eVisa to your UKVI account. The app should be available to download on your phone's app shop, just download the application and follow the steps. You will need your passport or BRP number and your visa application number (starting with GWF or UAN). The camera technology can be sensitive, so take care to lay your passport on a clear, flat surface when taking a picture.
- Access Your eVisa: Once your identity is confirmed, you will receive an email notification. You can then access your eVisa through your UKVI account using the link you just received. Your eVisa will display your type of permission, its expiry date, and the conditions of your stay in the UK.
- Update Personal Information: You can update your personal information, such as contact details, through your UKVI account. It is essential that you eVisa is linked to a valid passport.
- Prove Your Immigration Status: Use the 'view and prove' service to share your immigration status with employers, landlords, or other third parties. You will hear this service referred to as 'share code'. You just need to log into the service using the login details described above and follow the steps for the system to generate the share code you can provide to your landlord and/or employer.
Benefits of an eVisa
- Security: eVisas cannot be lost, stolen, or tampered with.
- Convenience: No need to wait for or collect a physical document.
- Efficiency: Easier to prove your status at the UK border and share your status with third parties and the system allow you to do this in real time.
How Latitude Law Can Help
Navigating immigration processes can be tricky, but Latitude Law are here to help. Our experienced team can assist you with:
- Account set-up Preparation: Ensuring all necessary documents and information are available.
- Identity Verification: Guiding you through the identity confirmation process using the UK Immigration ID Check app.
- Status Updates: Helping you update your personal information and manage your UKVI account.
- Legal Advice: Providing expert advice on any immigration-related issues you may encounter.
By choosing Latitude Law, you can be confident that your eVisa set-up and management will be handled professionally and efficiently, giving you peace of mind throughout the process.
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