Warning for Immigrants/Nomads in the UK Using Wise
Hello,
My account, which has my money, has been frozen because I need to verify my right to live in the UK. I uploaded my official e-visa, which is the only way to prove my residency here besides my passport. However, Wise refuses to accept my official e-visa and is instead asking for one of the following documents:
They require one of the following:
- National ID (not available to immigrants)
- Passport (I have a Philippine passport)
- Driving License (requires an application, which many immigrants may not have)
- Residence Permit (the UK has transitioned to e-visas)
This policy is incredibly unfair to immigrants, who likely make up a significant portion of Wise's user base. To be honest, this feels discriminatory, as they failed to put proper systems in place before implementing these verification steps—showing a clear disregard for a large portion of their users.
A warning to immigrants in the UK using this app: be aware that you may face difficulties accessing your money."