Expired BRP cards stop working at the end of 2026
The Home Office lets expired BRPs be used for some purposes only until 31 December 2026. You can't travel on an expired BRP. Your eVisa is now the proof of your status.
Log into your UKVI account and check your passport is linked before you travel.
Source: DavidsonMorris. Always confirm details on the official government website before you act.
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