what is a brp card

A Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) is a document issued by the Home Office that shows evidence of the holders immigration permissions. It is a similar size to a credit card and contains biographic details such as name, date and place of birth, and biometric information such as facial image and fingerprints. A BRP can be used to confirm identity, right to study, and right to any public services or benefits that the holder is entitled to. However, it cannot be used to confirm the right to work or rent, and separate proof is required for these purposes. BRPs are issued to those who apply to come to the UK for longer than 6 months, extend their visa to longer than 6 months, apply to settle in the UK, transfer their visa to a new passport, or apply for certain Home Office travel documents. BRPs are different from biometric residence cards (BRCs), which are also called UK residence cards and are issued to family members of someone from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein. If a BRP is lost, damaged, or stolen, it can be replaced by applying online and paying a fee.