You can join or accompany a close relative who is a relevant citizen of the UK, Northern Ireland, or the EEA with the help of the EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit. It’s an opportunity for some non-EEA people to travel to and enter the UK.
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The EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit offers a pathway for non-EEA nationals to join their relatives in the UK who are relevant EEA citizens.
You may be eligible to apply for this family permit if you are:
This permit provides a way for non-EEA nationals to reunite with their loved ones under the EU Settlement Scheme.
You can qualify for an EUSS Family Permit in a few different ways:
The EUSS Family Permit program has replaced the EEA Family Permit program. In the same way that non-EEA nationals might enter the UK through a close family link to an EU/EEA national residing here, the EEA Family Permit was similar to the EUSS Family Permit.
The expiration date of an existing EEA family permit is 30 June 2021.
Instead of applying for an EEA Family Permit, eligible family members should apply for an EUSS Family Permit.
To apply for an EEA Family Permit, one must be a part of an eligible family, which includes a:
To be eligible for an EUSS Family Permit, you must be a family member of one of the following:
Reach out to our expert immigration lawyers today at 02033939272 or complete our online form to determine your eligibility for an EUSS Family Permit. If you don’t qualify, our team will guide you and your family through alternative immigration options tailored to your needs.
To apply for a family EEA permit, you have to be outside of the UK.
When you apply for an EEA Family Permit, you’ll need to demonstrate that you’re financially dependent on a family member from the EEA. These include:
To get an EUSS Family Permit, you have to apply for it online.
Applying to the EU Settlement Scheme is necessary for EUSS Family Permit holders who intend to remain in the UK for a duration longer than the 4- or 6-month period. You can stay in the UK with pre-settled status and then get established after 5 years.
You need to make plans ahead of time because you need to apply to the EUSS within 3 months of coming to the UK or before your family permit runs out. You could still be allowed to apply after the deadline if you can prove that you have “reasonable grounds” to do so, such as a medical emergency or being a victim of domestic violence.
The Home Office charges no fees to get the Family Permit through the EU Settlement Scheme.
EEA Family permit applicants are also exempt from paying the Immigration Health Charge.
The validity of an EEA family permit is six months. You will have an unlimited number of days to leave and return to the UK throughout that period.
Typically, a non-EEA family member can apply for a 5-year EEA Family Permit. After that, the non-EEA family member can seek Indefinite Leave to Remain in the UK, sometimes known as “permanent residence” or “ILR.”
The processing time for an EEA Family Permit application varies depending on where it is submitted. While the standard processing time can take up to six months, most applications are typically decided within one to three months.
Our immigration attorneys at the Rees Clayton are certified by the OISC and have received training in handling all types of immigration cases. Whether you require assistance demonstrating your 5 years of continuous residency for the EU Settlement Scheme or guidance on how to sponsor a loved one to come and join you, our specialist team of family immigration solicitors is here to help.
Give us a call at 02033939272 to connect with our friendly customer service team and learn more about our tailored services.
If you are an Irish citizen living in Britain, you are not required to apply for Settled Status or participate in the EU Settlement Scheme. This exemption reflects the historical ties between the UK and Ireland, which allow their citizens to live in each other’s territories without immigration restrictions.
However, you may choose to apply for Settled Status for personal reasons, such as ensuring the ability to pass on British citizenship to your future children born in the UK.
If you are an Irish citizen living in Britain, you are not required to apply for Settled Status or participate in the EU Settlement Scheme. This exemption reflects the historical ties between the UK and Ireland, which allow their citizens to live in each other’s territories without immigration restrictions.
However, you may choose to apply for Settled Status for personal reasons, such as ensuring the ability to pass on British citizenship to your future children born in the UK.
If your child is below 21, you have to apply separately for their settled status. They can submit an application by themselves. You can also request on your child’s behalf. If you or your spouse/civil partner are a citizen of the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, your child may still apply.
Even if your child was born in the UK, they still have the opportunity to apply unless they are officially registered as a British citizen.
You will need documentation of the relationship with your child in order to apply. For instance, a birth certificate proving you are their parent. Then, you will have to provide documentation of your child’s UK residency.
Additionally, you will need to use a legitimate ID card, like a passport, to establish your child’s identity.
Despite the complex regulations, non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss nationals may still apply for Settled Status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
To be eligible, one of the following requirements must be met:
Fortunately, the EU Settlement Scheme application process is quick, simple, and cost-free. All you have to do is submit an online application along with these documents:
If you haven’t provided your biometric information previously, you’ll need to submit it now.
For online applications, you can scan the required documents and upload them. If you choose to apply via postal mail, you must include these documents with your application form. Additionally, you’ll need to disclose any past criminal convictions as part of the process.
Call us today at 02033939272 to find out how we can assist you with your EEA family permit application!
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