Nigerian travellers to the United Kingdom (UK) will begin using digital visas from February 25, 2026, as British authorities phase out physical visa stickers.
The British High Commission (BHC) announced in a statement on Monday that the e-visas will take the place of the conventional stickers that were previously applied to Nigerian passports.
“This means travellers will access their visa electronically through their UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) account, marking a significant step in modernising the UK’s visa process,” the statement reads.
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However, the BHC pointed out that the prerequisites for applying for a visa had not altered.
Travellers will still submit their applications as normal, meet all current eligibility requirements, and go to a visa application center to submit biometric data.
The sole distinction is that applicants will obtain a secure digital record of their immigration status in lieu of a physical sticker.
According to the statement, Nigerians who have a valid vignette sticker do not need to do anything because their physical visa is still valid until it expires or needs to be replaced.
“Passports will be returned more quickly, and travellers can manage their immigration status online at any time, from any location,” the British high commission said.
“The digital format offers stronger security, as e-visas cannot be lost, stolen, or tampered with.”
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According to Gill Lever, the British deputy high commissioner in Abuja, the shift to digital visas will simplify a crucial step in the application process, increasing security and decreasing reliance on paper records.
Applicants can access their e-visas through a UK visas and immigration (UKVI) account once their visa application is approved.
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