Windrush Scheme: get a document showing your right to be in the UK
How to apply
When you apply, the Home Office will work with other government departments to find records of you living in the UK.
None of your information will be shared with immigration enforcement teams.
If you’re in the UK
Apply using the Windrush Scheme application form (UK).
Post it to the address on the form with your supporting documents.
The Windrush helpline can post a paper form to you.
Windrush helpline
commonwealthtaskforce@homeoffice.gov.uk
Telephone: 0800 678 1925
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (except bank holidays)
Find out about call charges
Christmas and New Year opening hours
Date | Opening times |
---|---|
Friday 22 December 2023 | 9am to 3pm |
Monday 25 December 2023 | Closed |
Tuesday 26 December 2023 | Closed |
Wednesday 27 December 2023 | 9am to 3pm |
Thursday 28 December 2023 | 9am to 3pm |
Friday 29 December 2023 | 9am to 3pm |
Monday 1 January 2024 | Closed |
If you need help filling in the application form
You can contact We Are Group if you:
- do not feel confident using a computer or mobile device
- do not have internet access
We Are Group
Telephone: 0808 196 8496
Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
Find out about call charges
If you’re outside the UK
You must apply using an online form.
Fee
It’s free to apply.
What happens next
The Windrush taskforce will get in touch with you if they have any questions about your application, or if they need more information.
Give your fingerprints and photo
You’ll be asked to provide your fingerprints and photo (‘biometric information’) once you’ve sent in your form. You will not have to pay anything to do this.