How To Generate A Share Code To Prove Your UK Immigration Status

Key Points

• A share code is a 9-character code used to prove your UK immigration status online.
• You can generate a share code through your UKVI account and eVisa.
• Share codes remain valid for 90 days and can be used multiple times.
• Different share codes are used for work, renting property, and other status checks.
• You must provide your date of birth alongside the share code.
• If your share code expires, you can generate a new one immediately.

What Is a Share Code?

A share code is a secure digital code issued by the Home Office that allows third parties to verify your immigration status online.

As the UK continues its transition to a fully digital immigration system, physical documents such as Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) have been replaced by eVisas. Instead of presenting a physical card, your immigration status is now digitalised; you can generate a share code and provide it to employers, landlords, universities, banks, or other organisations that need to confirm