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The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) was created to protect the rights of EU, EEA and Swiss citizens and their family members in the UK after Brexit. The Family Permit is a type of visa that allows non-European family members to join their loved ones who are already living in the UK under the scheme. This includes spouses, civil partners, children under 21 years old, dependent parents or grandparents, and dependent relatives with a valid residence card as proof of their relationship.
To qualify for an EUSS Family Permit, applicants must meet the following requirements:
This route is available for spouses, unmarried partners, and children of UK citizens and entails:
Spouse or civil partner
Child under 21 years old
Dependent parent or grandparent
Other dependent relatives (with proof of dependency)
You need to provide valid documentation, such as a marriage certificate, birth certificate, or residence card, to confirm your relationship with the EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen.
The family member you are joining must already be living in the UK under the EUSS or have applied for pre-settled or settled status.
For dependent relatives, evidence of financial or other dependency on the EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen is required.
Both the applicant and the EU, EEA, or Swiss family member must provide valid identification documents.
Applicants must not have a history of serious criminal offenses or pose a security risk to the UK.
These requirements ensure that the application aligns with the rules of the EU Settlement Scheme.
The EUSS (EU Settlement Scheme) Family Permit and the EEA Family Permit are both designed to facilitate family reunification for non-European family members of EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens. However, they differ in purpose and application:
This was part of the UK's pre-Brexit immigration system meant to allow family members of EEA nationals to join or remain with their relatives in the UK under EU free movement laws. It is no longer available since the UK's exit from the EU
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Introduced post-Brexit, this permit supports family members of EU, EEA, or Swiss citizens who have settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme. It ensures continuity for families affected by Brexit.
The EUSS Family Permit is now the primary route for eligible family members post-Brexit.
Ensure you meet the criteria as a family member of an EU, EEA, or Swiss citizen with settled or pre-settled status in the UK.
Applicants must prove they are in a genuine and subsisting marriage, civil partnership, or long-term relationship with their UK-based sponsor.
If not already married, the couple should be planning to marry or enter a civil partnership within 6 months of the visa being granted (for Fiancé Visas transitioning to Spouse Visas).
Generally, evidence of living together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least 2 years prior to application can support the claim.
Acceptable evidence includes marriage certificates, shared financial responsibilities, communication records, or proof of cohabitation.
Applicants must prove they are in a genuine and subsisting marriage, civil partnership, or long-term relationship with their UK-based sponsor.
If not already married, the couple should be planning to marry or enter a civil partnership within 6 months of the visa being granted (for Fiancé Visas transitioning to Spouse Visas).
Generally, evidence of living together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least 2 years prior to application can support the claim.
Acceptable evidence includes marriage certificates, shared financial responsibilities, communication records, or proof of cohabitation.
Applicants must prove they are in a genuine and subsisting marriage, civil partnership, or long-term relationship with their UK-based sponsor.
If not already married, the couple should be planning to marry or enter a civil partnership within 6 months of the visa being granted (for Fiancé Visas transitioning to Spouse Visas).
Generally, evidence of living together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least 2 years prior to application can support the claim.
Acceptable evidence includes marriage certificates, shared financial responsibilities, communication records, or proof of cohabitation.
Applicants must prove they are in a genuine and subsisting marriage, civil partnership, or long-term relationship with their UK-based sponsor.
If not already married, the couple should be planning to marry or enter a civil partnership within 6 months of the visa being granted (for Fiancé Visas transitioning to Spouse Visas).
Generally, evidence of living together in a relationship akin to marriage for at least 2 years prior to application can support the claim.
Acceptable evidence includes marriage certificates, shared financial responsibilities, communication records, or proof of cohabitation.
Applying for an EUSS Family Permit involves the following steps:Our EUSS Family Permit Solicitors can guide you through the application process, ensuring a smooth and successful outcome.
Non-EEA family members may also be required to meet additional requirements such as passing criminal record checks and proving their dependency on the EEA citizen living in the UK. Applying for an EUSS Family Permit can be a complex process, but with our experienced solicitors by your side, you can navigate through it smoothly. Securing this permit will allow you to join or remain with your family member in the UK and have access to various benefits and opportunities.
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Ready to join your loved ones in the UK? Don’t navigate the application process alone—reach out to our experienced team of EUSS Family Permit Solicitors for personalized support and ensure a smooth path to securing your EUSS Family Permit. Contact us now to get started!
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