EU Settlement Scheme: Status in 2026
Section A: What is the EU Settlement Scheme? The EU Settlement Scheme is the Home Office process for protecting the UK residence rights of eligible EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and eligible family members after the end of EU/UK free movement. It is the route through which an eligible person can be granted […]
UK Settled Status: Eligibility, Rights & How to Apply 2026
Section A: What is Settled Status? Settled status is a form of indefinite leave to remain (ILR) granted under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). It applies to eligible EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and certain family members, who were living in the UK by 11pm on 31 December 2020 and who can show […]
EU Settlement Scheme Changes 2025
The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) is designed to secure the immigration status of EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens living in the UK, enabling them to continue residing, working, and studying post-Brexit. Understanding this scheme, including recent rule changes and eligibility updates, is crucial to ensuring you maintain your rights in the UK. This comprehensive guide […]
Absence Rule Changes for EU Settlement Scheme
A new absence rule is being introduced to sit alongside the existing limits, making the EU Settlement Scheme’s continuous residence test significantly more generous for pre-settled status holders. From 16 July 2025, under the provisions of the Statement of Changes HC 836 (laid on 24 June 2025), Annex 1 of Appendix EU is amended, redefining […]