Used to state that a rule, change, or policy starts right away, with no delay.
“The new parking fees are effective immediately for all visitors.”
“Effective immediately, all applications must be submitted online.”
Notices and policy diagrams use this phrase to mark exact start dates for new rules. Pay attention to whether a change is effective immediately or effective on a future date, since this affects which rule applies to a given scenario. This phrase often appears at the top of a diagram or notice as a key timing clue.
Synonyms: starting now, in effect right away, immediately in force