London, UK – The UK Home Office has announced that, effective April 16, 2026, new identification requirements will come into force for individuals taking the Life in the UK Test, a mandatory step toward British citizenship or settlement.
Under the updated rules, applicants must present a valid eVisa share code as part of their identity verification process. The move aligns with the UK government’s broader transition to a fully digital immigration system, aiming to streamline procedures and enhance security.
Previously, test takers could use a range of physical immigration documents, such as biometric residence permits or passports, for ID verification. With the new regulation, the eVisa share code will be a required component alongside existing photo ID to confirm an applicant’s immigration status.
An eVisa is a digital record of a person’s immigration status, and the share code allows access to this status online. Test centers will use the code to confirm that candidates are eligible and legally present in the UK.
Key Points:
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Effective Date: April 16, 2026
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Requirement: All Life in the UK Test candidates must present an eVisa share code.
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Purpose: To verify immigration status digitally as part of the citizenship process.
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How to Get a Share Code: Applicants can generate one by visiting the UK government’s View and Prove Your Immigration Status portal.
The Home Office urges individuals planning to take the test after this date to familiarize themselves with the new process well in advance to avoid delays or complications.
This change is part of a wider government strategy to modernize and digitize UK immigration services, aiming for a more efficient and secure system by reducing dependency on physical documents.
For more information and updates, applicants are encouraged to visit the official gov.uk website.
Written By: LIIE IMMIGRATION
