EU Settlement Scheme

The EU Settlement Scheme is a service provided in the United Kingdom (UK) for European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Swiss citizens, as well as their eligible family members, to secure their immigration status following the UK’s departure from the EU.

The scheme was launched in March 2019 and allows eligible individuals to apply for either settled status or pre-settled status, depending on the length of their residence in the UK. Settled status grants permanent residence, while pre-settled status grants temporary permission to stay in the UK with the opportunity to apply for settled status later.

To apply for the EU Settlement Scheme, applicants need to complete an online application form and provide certain information and documents, such as proof of identity, residence, and relationship to an eligible family member. The application process typically involves verifying identity documents using a mobile app or by sending the documents by post.