Overview
Europeans that already live in the UK can continue to live and work in the UK after 1 January 2021. However, they will need to apply for ‘Settled Status’ or ‘Pre-Settled Status’ by 30 June 2021.
Lived in the UK for more than 5 years – apply for ‘Settled Status’
EU citizens who have lived in the UK for more than 5 years can apply for settled status. This status gives people the right to continue to live and work in the UK, as they do now.
Lived in the UK for less than 5 years – apply for ‘Pre-Settled Status’
EU citizens who have lived in the UK for less than 5 can apply for Pre-Settled Status. After 5 years in the UK, they can convert this to Settled Status.
Coming to the UK after 1 January 2021
As things stand, Europeans coming to the UK to work after 1 January 2021 will need to follow the points based immigration rules.
Overview Europeans that already live in the UK can […]