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January 14, 2020
The EU Settlement Scheme: What It Means for EU, EEA, and Swiss Citizens
As Brexit negotiations continue, many EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens are left wondering about their immigration status in the UK. The good news is that the UK government has created the EU Settlement Scheme, a program designed to help ease the transition for these citizens and their families.
What is the EU Settlement Scheme?
The EU Settlement Scheme is a government initiative that enables EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens, as well as their family members, to apply for settled or pre-settled status in the UK. Settled status allows an individual to continue living, working, and studying in the UK indefinitely, while pre-settled status enables them to stay for up to five years and apply for settled status after that time.
How to Apply
The application process for settled or pre-settled status is relatively simple and can be done entirely online. Applicants will need to provide basic information about themselves, such as their name, address, and nationality, as well as evidence of their residence in the UK. The application is free of charge.
Who Can Apply
To apply for settled status, EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens must have been living in the UK continuously for five years or more. If they have been living in the UK for less than five years, they can apply for pre-settled status. Family members of these citizens will also need to apply for settled or pre-settled status if they want to continue living in the UK after Brexit.
The Importance of Applying
It’s crucial that EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens, and their families, apply for settled or pre-settled status as soon as possible. The deadline to apply is 30 June 2021 if the UK leaves the EU with a Brexit deal in place, or 31 December 2020 if no deal is reached. Applying for settled or pre-settled status will not only give individuals peace of mind about their immigration status in the UK but will also enable them to access public services like healthcare and education.
Checking Your Status
It’s important to note that settled or pre-settled status is not automatically granted to EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens. They must apply for it themselves. If an individual has already been granted settled or pre-settled status, they can check their status online through the “View and prove your immigration status” service on the gov.uk website.
Final Thoughts
In conclusion, the EU Settlement Scheme is a crucial program that helps EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens and their families apply for settled or pre-settled status in the UK. Applying for settled or pre-settled status is a straightforward process that can be done online, and it will allow individuals to continue living, working, and studying in the UK after Brexit. Don’t wait until the last minute to apply – do it today and secure your future in the UK.
It looks as though the EU Settlement Scheme will be good for UK business and the UK workforce long term, but there is still a lot of uncertainty when it comes to short term career prospects. Experts agree that workers should contact a recruiting company to find the best jobs and to learn more about the EU Settlement Scheme and what it means to them and their future in the UK.
Contact CMD Recruitment
To learn more about the EU settlement scheme and how it will affect both temporary and permanent workforce, contact CMD Recruitment today.
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