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Residence documents: information for financial providers

Use this information to understand how to consider proof of identity and perform Knowing Your Customer (KYC) checks.

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From:
UK Visas and Immigration
Published:
17 April 2019
Last updated:
17 October 2025
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  1. Updated this guide on the use of eVisas, and removed out of date information on biometric residence permits and cards.

  2. Updated the section on biometric residence permits (BRPs) and biometric residence cards (BRCs).

  3. Guidance updated to reflect the changes from BRPs, BRCs and vignettes to eVisas.

  4. Updated with information on using eVisas to prove an individual's identity and immigration status.

  5. Guidance updated to reflect the move to digital status.

  6. Updated guidance.

  7. Updated guidance which includes new information on images and security features.

  8. Updated guidance.

  9. First published.

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Residence documents: information for financial providers

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This leaflet provides information for financial providers about residence documents.

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