Prepare for GOV.UK One Login (2026)
GOV.UK One Login will become the main way to access many government services. Prepare your email, phone or authenticator app, and ID document in advance.
Last updated: 10.05.2026
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1. Get ready for GOV.UK One Login
Many online government services are moving to GOV.UK One Login. Being ready will make it easier to use tax, visa and benefit services later.
What to do: Read the GOV.UK guidance on using your GOV.UK One Login so you know what it is and how it works. Choose one main email address you will use for government services and make sure you have a phone or authenticator app ready for security codes.
What do you need: You need a main email address you check often, a phone for text or app codes, and an identity document like a passport or driving licence.
Outcomes: You will be prepared to create and use GOV.UK One Login quickly when a service invites you to set it up.
Lifehack: Write down somewhere safe which email you used and do not change it often, so you do not lose access in future years.
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