Ukraine Crisis

In the Royal Borough, we stand together with the people of Ukraine, whose lives are being affected by this continuing war.

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eVisa’s have replaced Biometric Residence Cards as of Wednesday 1 January 2025. 

For further information please visit: eVisas: access and use your online immigration status. Set up a UKVI account to access your eVisa.

Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) scheme

The Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) scheme allows Ukrainians already in the UK under the Homes for Ukraine (HfU) scheme, Family Scheme, or Extension Scheme to extend their stay for 18 months. 

It is free to apply online, typically 28 days before the current visa expires, and provides continued access to work, benefits, and study. 

For further information please visit: Applying to the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme - GOV.UK.

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