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
[email protected]
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
Tuesday 24 December 2024 9am to 3pm
Wednesday 25 December 2024 Closed
Thursday 26 December 2024 Closed
Friday 27 December 2024 9am to 3pm
Monday 30 December 2024 9am to 3pm
Tuesday 31 December 2024 9am to 3pm
Wednesday 1 January 2025 Closed

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 a photo (biometric information) once you’ve sent in your form.