Published: 26.10.2026
The government plans to register foreign nationals electronically, recording visa details and telephone numbers. The proposed system would use biometric data and send SMS reminders when a person’s permission to remain is nearing expiry.
According to the source, this is a planned modernisation of immigration tracking rather than the introduction of a new visa category. If implemented, the system could make expiry dates easier to monitor, while requiring foreign nationals to provide current contact details and biometric information. It is particularly relevant to people holding longer-term visas, for whom an overlooked expiry date could affect their immigration status. Those planning a move should monitor implementation and continue tracking permit dates independently of any SMS alerts.