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EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit: Join Your Family in the UK

Need to join family in the UK? The EUSS Family Permit helps.

What it is:

The EUSS Family Permit lets certain EEA and non-EEA citizens travel to the UK to join an eligible family member (spouse, child, parent, etc.). It allows entry, work, study, and travel for up to 6 months.

Eligibility:

• You’re a family member of an EEA citizen (EU, Switzerland, etc.) residing in the UK by December 31st, 2020.
• You’re a family member of a British citizen with EEA citizenship (lived in UK before becoming British) or dual EU/UK citizenship (settled in UK before July 16th, 2012).
• You have a family member with a retained right of residence in the UK (lived there before December 31st, 2020).
• You’re a family member of a British citizen who lived with them in the EU before January 1st, 2021 (Surinder Singh route).
• You’re a family member of an eligible person from Northern Ireland (Irish, British, or dual citizen born there with a parent who had unrestricted residence rights).

How to Apply:

• Apply online (no fee, no healthcare surcharge).
• You must be outside the UK when applying.
• May require biometrics (fingerprints, photo).
• Valid for 4 or 6 months.

Staying Longer:

EUSS Family Permit holders can apply to the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) for pre-settled status, leading to permanent residence (Settled Status) after 5 years. Apply within 3 months of arrival or before your permit expires. If you are in the UK already and need to switch to Settled Status please contact us if you need support to do that application.

Need Help?

Contact ABC Above and Beyond for immigration advice. (Phone: +44 (0)7707 324416)