New eVisa ID Rules for the Life in the UK Test – What You Need to Know in 2025

Are you planning to take the Life in the UK Test or any other UK citizenship exam? A new update from the UK Home Office could affect your test day — especially if you hold an eVisa.

Here’s what’s changed, what you need to bring, and how to avoid being turned away at the test centre.

Table of Contents

What’s the Update?
What Is an eVisa?
Accepted ID Documents on Test Day
eVisa Holders: How to Prove Your Identity
Avoid Being Turned Away
Quick Checklist Before Test Day

What’s the Update?

The UK immigration system is becoming more digital. Previously, a passport or BRP card was enough for identity verification. Now, if you’re an eVisa holder, you must complete a digital ID check using a share code.

This change affects anyone taking the Life in the UK Test with digital immigration status.

What Is an eVisa?

An eVisa is your digital immigration status — it replaces physical visa stickers or cards. If you’ve applied through the EU Settlement Scheme, used the UK Immigration: ID Check app, or received digital confirmation of your immigration status, then you likely have an eVisa.

Learn more: https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status

Accepted ID Documents on Test Day

To sit for the Life in the UK Test, you must bring original, valid ID. It must be the same document used during test registration. Accepted forms include:

Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) or Biometric Residence Card (BRC)
(Valid for up to 18 months after expiry)
EU/EEA/Swiss National Identity Card (in date)
Passport (must be current)
Travel Document (emergency versions are not accepted)

Note: No expired documents, photocopies, or screenshots will be accepted.

For full ID rules:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/terms-and-conditions-for-booking-and-taking-the-life-in-the-uk-test/identification-requirements-accessible-version

eVisa Holders: How to Prove Your Identity

If you have an eVisa, you won’t have a physical ID card. Instead, follow these steps:

Log in to your UKVI account
https://www.gov.uk/view-prove-immigration-status
Generate a share code
Bring the code to your test centre as proof of identity and status

Some test centres may request the code in advance or via direct message if your profile is private. Follow all instructions provided during booking.

Avoid Being Turned Away

If your ID does not match your booking details or you fail to present the right documentation, you will not be allowed to take the test. This could delay your citizenship process and cost you both time and money.