New Delhi, Feb. 19 -- The United Kingdom is preparing for a significant overhaul of its immigration system, planning to phase out all physical visa documents and move entirely to e‑visas from 25 February 2026, marking a complete transition to a digital system that replaces paper-based physical proof.

The UK government said in an official notification that the move forms part of a broader effort to modernise border checks, improve security and simplify travel processes by digitally linking each visa holder's immigration status to their passport through an online UKVI account.

Under the changes, individuals applying for a visit visa or some other visa types on or after 25 February 2026 may no longer receive a visa sticker in their p...