How much does it cost to replace a BRP?

How much does a BRP replacement cost? - assistance of a lawyer

The Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) is the main document that proves your identity in the UK. This card certifies your right to work or study in the country and can be used for identification at banks, police, hospitals, etc. In addition, the biometric authorization is your key to accessing government services and benefits to which you are legally entitled in the UK.

Biometric cardholders do not need to carry a valid passport at all times, but are required to show their BRP with their passport at the border, when leaving the UK and when re-entering the country.

What to do if BRP is lost or stolen?

Try to find your BRP first. If you lose your biometric residence permit, it will take time, effort and financial costs to restore it. Therefore, before taking further action, make sure that you really cannot find your card.

If you believe your BRP has been lost or stolen, you can report it both in the UK and abroad. To report a lost or stolen BRP, please use the online form to guide you through the process, asking specific questions to make your report as complete as possible.

If your BRP has been lost, stolen or damaged in the UK

If your biometric residence permit has expired at the time of its loss and has at least three months remaining, you must notify the UK Home Office and apply for a replacement within three months . In case of late submission of the application, you may face a fine of up to £1000, as well as the obligation to leave the territory of Great Britain.

If your BRP has been valid for three months or less, what happens next depends on your intention to stay in the UK:

• If you do not plan to stay after the BRP expires, you should simply declare it lost.
• If you plan to return to the UK within three months of your visa expiry, you must apply for a replacement BRP.
• If you want to extend your stay in the country after the visa expires, apply for its extension. After obtaining a new visa, you will receive a new BRP.

To request a replacement BRP, you must complete an online application, which can be accessed via this link.

If you have lost, stolen or damaged your BRP outside the UK

If you've lost your biometric card outside the UK, it's important to report it. Replacement of biometric residence permit is not available if you are abroad.

To return to the UK, you need to apply for a 'BRP replacement visa' which will allow you to make a single entry. You will be able to apply for a replacement BRP once you return to the country, but this must be done within three months of when you reported the loss.

What term is required to replace the BRP?

Usually it takes around 8 weeks to process a replacement BRP request in the UK, however the UK Home Office cannot guarantee that a card will be issued within this time frame. It is also worth considering that the delivery of a new card may take an additional 1-2 weeks.

BRP replacement cost

First of all, it is important to remember that you can be fined up to £1,000 if you leave the UK and do not report the loss or theft of your biometric residence permit for three months.

BRP replacement cost is £56. If you are outside the UK, you will first need to obtain a 'BRP replacement visa' for £154 to re-enter the UK to renew your document. If you have dependents who also need a BRP, they must each submit a separate application.

Cooperation with legal marketplace 'Consultant'

Cooperation with the legal marketplace "Consultant" can significantly facilitate the process of obtaining information about the cost of replacing BRP. The platform offers access to qualified lawyers who specialize in immigration matters, including the replacement of biometric cards. 

Users can get detailed explanations about the cost, as well as possible additional costs and procedures. Lawyers can provide personalized advice to help you avoid late application fines and explain all the steps of the process, from applying to getting a new card. 

The "Consultant" also provides updated information on changes in legislation and procedures related to immigration issues, which allows users to be aware of all innovations and recommendations.

How can we be of service?

1. We can be of assistance with BRP replacement costs by providing detailed information on current prices, including the base cost (£56) and additional costs (eg £154 for a BRP replacement visa outside the UK Britain).
2. We will also explain the application process, inform about penalties for late replacement, provide support in solving possible problems and will regularly update information about changes in procedures.
3. In addition, we will prepare guidelines for obtaining a new card after loss or theft and provide tips for preparing for departure to reduce stress and the possibility of errors in the process.