02/04/2019 EU citizens’ rights in the UK – UK Government’s offer to EU citizens in the UK

EU citizens’ rights in the UK

UK Government’s offer to EU citizens in the UK

Applying to the EU Settlement Scheme

If you’re an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen living in the UK, you and your family will need to
apply to the EU Settlement Scheme (https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families)
to protect the rights you currently have in the UK.

Irish citizens or those with valid indefinite leave do not need to apply.

Applications are open until 30 June 2021.

It’s free to apply.

Watch our video about the EU Settlement Scheme and

how to apply:

Under the EU Settlement Scheme, you’ll continue to have the right to live and work in the
UK. It will mean you’ll continue to be eligible for:

public services, such as healthcare and schools

public funds and pensions
British citizenship (https://www.gov.uk/becoming-a-british-citizen) , if you meet the
requirements

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Find out more about the EU Apply now

Settlement Scheme
(https://www.gov.uk/apply-
(https://www.gov.uk/settled- stay-uk-leaves-eu-test-phase)
status-eu-citizens-families)

You can apply to the EU Settlement Scheme online. The quick and easy application
process checks 3 basic principles – identity, UK residence and criminality. You’ll need your
passport or national identity card to provide proof of your identity. Your National Insurance
number can be used as proof of residency.

You can scan your identity document with an Android phone, or you can send them by
post.

If your application is successful, the Home Office will email you a link to an online service
where you can view and prove your status.

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