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The United Kingdom (UK) has announced a major shift in its visa system, confirming that from February 25, 2026, visitors who require a visa will receive only an electronic visa (eVisa).
The update was disclosed by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) in a post on X (formerly Twitter), where the agency wrote: “From 25 February 2026 visitors to the UK, who need a visa, will get an eVisa only. Create your UKVI account and view your eVisa, before you travel to the UK.”
The eVisa will serve as digital proof of immigration status and will be linked electronically to a traveler’s passport, replacing traditional visa stickers or paper documents.
UK authorities say the move is part of a broader digital transformation of the immigration system aimed at improving security, reducing fraud, and simplifying border processes.
The UK government has been gradually introducing eVisas across various visa categories, and the extension to visa-required visitors marks a significant expansion of the digital system.
Travelers are advised to create a UKVI account and ensure their eVisa details are accurate before traveling to the UK. (Vanguard)
