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Your UK eVisa: access, passport and travel checks

Your eVisa is your digital immigration permission. The practical job is to access it and make sure the details match your travel document.

Source-checked 12 November 2026 · Introductory guidance

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After a successful decision

  1. Read the decision communication

    It explains your permission and how to access your UKVI account or eVisa. Follow the instructions for your case.

  2. Check the details

    Check your name, permission, dates and conditions. Use the official correction route if something is wrong.

  3. Check the linked passport

    Make sure the passport you will travel with is correctly linked to your UKVI account. Update changes before travel.

  4. Prepare for travel

    Follow official eVisa travel guidance and any extra instructions. An email saying a decision was made is not itself proof of permission.

Do I still collect a sticker?

Vignette issuance ceased from 1 July 2026 under the eVisa transition, with specific exceptions in the official guidance. Most new successful visa applicants receive digital permission. Follow your own instructions if asked to submit, return or collect a document.

Where to resolve an issue

Use the official UKVI account and eVisa help routes. Do not share account passwords or passport information with an unverified support service. Move Up can assist with understanding the next steps, but UKVI maintains the permission record.

Sources & what this guide covers

Official information checked 12 November 2026. This page explains introductory logistics; it does not assess individual eligibility. Confirm current official instructions before payment or travel.