eVisa
An eVisa is a digital record of an individual's identity and immigration status.
A new immigration system applies to people arriving in the UK from 1 January 2021. EU citizens moving to the UK to work will need to get a visa in advance. Employers need a sponsor licence to hire most workers from outside the UK. See employing EU citizens in the UK.
What is an eVisa?
An eVisa is a digital record of:
- an individual's identity and immigration status - for example, the type of visa they have or if they have indefinite leave to remain (settlement) in the UK
- the conditions of their status - for example, if they’re allowed to work or study in the UK
Biometric residence permits (BRPs) were replaced by eVisas on 2 June 2025.
eVisas and employers
An eVisa shows an individual's identity and immigration status, including their rights to work in the UK. The eVisa gives the individual a share code that they can provide to their employer to prove their immigration status.
For more information, see eVisas: access and use your online immigration status.