Visiting The EU As A British Citizen After The New Brexit Regulations
September 2, 2025
According to the latest statistics published by the Home Office, more than 4 million UK visa holders have successfully created accounts to access their E-Visas. However, an estimated 600,000 people are still waiting to transition from physical documents to E-Visas.
To support the smooth continuation of the E-Visa transition and ensure that no one is disadvantaged, the Home Office has added another postponement announcement to its previous extension. The extension decision, previously set for 1 March 2025, has now been updated to 1 June 2025.
With this implementation, as of 2 April 2025, citizens of European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA) countries and Switzerland are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before travelling to the UK.
Under this scope, individuals who travel for tourism, business, short-term education (up to six months) or other short visits and who previously had visa-free entry rights now need to obtain permission in advance.
If you hold a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or an EUSS Biometric Residence Card (BRC) that expired on or after 31 December 2024, but you still have a valid immigration status, you can continue to use your expired documents for international travel until 1 June 2025.
If you haven’t yet transitioned to an E-Visa, it’s important to create an account as soon as possible. This process is completely free, and it’s quite simple for physical document holders to create a UKVI account to access their E-Visas.
Ensuring the accuracy of your E-Visa information when travelling to or before leaving the United Kingdom is crucial for a smooth travel experience. By following the steps outlined in our previous blog posts and YouTube videos, you can create your E-Visa and avoid potential delays or problems during your journey.
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