After ILR is approved, do they still need to take fingerprints? How to associate eVisa?

The approval is in, but you still need to distinguish between opening an account, verifying identity, and linking. Just these few terms are already complicated enough.

This text is about the actions to take after receiving the permanent residency approval notice. The UK government's account guidelines differ depending on whether you already have a UKVI account. I believe that those who already have an account but still see the old permit should first go through the error reporting process, and reapplying for a new account is not suitable as a remedy; those who do not yet have an account should complete account opening and association according to the approval notice.

Already have an account, verify ILR identity

Previously used the official identity verification app, received a UKVI account opening confirmation, or have converted a physical residence permit to eVisa, usually already have an account.

After logging in to the service for viewing electronic identity, place the approval notice beside you and check item by item the name, date of birth, nationality, photo, and immigration status. Pay special attention to whether the displayed permission is consistent with this permanent residency decision; do not just check if the page can be opened. The UKVCAS account reserved during the application appointment should also be distinguished from the UKVI account used to view the identity; being able to open the appointment records does not confirm that the electronic identity is already available. The UK government's account opening guide clearly states that people who already have an account should not create another one. If you are unsure whether you have registered before, you can first try to log in and check, then handle according to specific prompts; the approval notice and related confirmation information should also be kept.

Display is incorrect, the entrance should be selected accurately.

In the same account, if the information changes or the identity display is incorrect, use the corresponding entry points respectively.

If you have changed your passport, address or contact information, you can use "Update your details in your UKVI account". If your permanent residency has been approved but the page shows an old identity that does not match, or if you can view it but cannot generate a share code, you should use "Report an error with your eVisa". I will pay special attention to the note on the error reporting page: when reporting incorrect name, date of birth or nationality, the relevant fields require you to enter the content currently displayed by your electronic ID, even if that content is wrong; then explain the issue and provide documents as required by the form.

The error reporting service aims to resolve most issues within five business days, and complex cases may require fifteen business days; this is a processing target and cannot be regarded as a definite completion date.

No account yet, complete account opening and association

If you don't have an account yet, first read the access instructions in the approval notice, then complete registration according to the official service. Please prepare your valid passport and application number, common numbers being UAN or GWF, and use a contact method that you can normally receive verification information through. After opening the account, you need to confirm your identity and link the account with eVisa; if you skipped the linking at that time, there is another entry in the official service to continue linking. The registration success message and the ability to view electronic identity are different processes. After completion, you should actually open the identity page to verify. This verification still uses the approval notice as the basis, and there is no need to fill in previous license categories from memory.

Each family member needs their own account; parents can manage their child's account, but the child's electronic identity will not be fully displayed just by the parent's account.

Collection is usually completed during the application phase.

When a prompt for photo taking or document verification appears during account opening, it can be completed according to the process. The UKVCAS guidance from the UK government lists fingerprint and photo collection in the visa and permanent residency application process, and whether attendance is required will be informed at the time of application. Therefore, people who have already received formal approval notices usually do not need to make a "post-approval fingerprint" appointment, which is something everyone needs to do. The identity confirmation required for account opening cannot directly lead to the need to go to the collection center again; taking facial photos and re-collecting fingerprints involve different operations. Specifically, which step to take depends on this official notice and system prompt.

If a formal request for additional biological information is indeed received, it should still be completed as notified; one should not ignore it just because it has already been approved.

Those without a suitable smartphone or unable to use the verification app can confirm their identity through other means, as outlined in the account opening guide; they can seek assistance from UKVI as per the service instructions. Those who can log in but encounter technical errors and cannot see their e-identity are also within the scope of the official error reporting channel; recording the error screen and application number can help explain where the card is stuck.

This article is for reference only. For specific issues, please consult a licensed attorney.

[Data Source] UK Government "Set up a UKVI account to access your eVisa" "Report an error with your eVisa" "UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services".

When making travel arrangements, it is advisable to leave time for identity correction before departure, as approval emails cannot eliminate verification delays caused by inconsistent account information.

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