UK shifts to eVisas from July 15: Don't fly without ticking off this student checklist
From July 15, 2025, the UK will issue all new visas as eVisas—secure digital records linked to passports—replacing physical visa stickers. This change affects all international students, who must now register with UKVI, maintain updated passport details, and carry visa decision letters when travelling. The digital system will be used for identity verification by universities, landlords, and employers. Students must complete a checklist to ensure compliance and avoid travel or registration issues.
From July 15, 2025, the UK will issue all new visas as eVisas—secure digital records linked to passports—replacing physical visa stickers. This change affects all international students, who must now register with UKVI, maintain updated passport details, and carry visa decision letters when travelling. The digital system will be used for identity verification by universities, landlords, and employers. Students must complete a checklist to ensure compliance and avoid travel or registration issues.
