Expired BRP and BRC Accepted for SELT Identity until 31 December 2026
01 Jun 2026
GOV.UK guidance updated 26 May 2026 confirms an expired BRP or BRC can be used as SELT identity, but only until 31 December 2026.
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01 Jun 2026
GOV.UK guidance updated 26 May 2026 confirms an expired BRP or BRC can be used as SELT identity, but only until 31 December 2026.
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