Can a UK visa and BRP card associated with an expired passport be used for re-entry into the UK alongside a valid passport issued by another country?
My UK Tier 2 visa is on an expired passport, and my BRP card is tied to that visa. I am planning on traveling out of the UK soon, and I am wondering if I can use the expired passport with the valid visa, the BRP card, and a valid passport issued by a different country (from that of the expired passport) to re-enter the UK? The UKVI website seems to suggest that this is allowed in general, but there are no clarifications regarding passports from different countries (the US seems to disallow that case, for example).
Best Answer
I think the best idea is to phone Border Force at your UK intended airport of arrival. There are a couple of issues here: - does the change of nationality trigger the 'change of circumstances'? - does your new nationality require 'Entry Clearance' or a Visa for the airline to carry you?
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Can I re-enter UK with expired passport?
You can always enter the UK as a British citizen,even with an expired passport. The immigration officer should be able to check the database on his computer,and you will be straight through.Do I need to renew my BRP if I renew my passport?
New passport (and you have a BRP)There is no need to apply to replace your BRP if you obtain a new passport, unless you will have a different nationality (see Report change of circumstances).Can I travel with my old BRP card?
Your old brp has been cancelled when new visa approved so no you cannot travel on it.Does a BRP replace a passport?
You will not get a new sticker in your passport, this will be replaced with a Biometric Residence Permit. This means you will need to attend an appointment at the Home Office or a Post Office even if you apply by post to submit biometric information (have your fingerprints scanned and your photo taken).What happens to Visa when Passport expires? Visa Validity
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