Swiss-British Business Exchange
May 25, 20201 min
Ambassador Alexandre Fasel informed at the FOSSUK AGM about the Swiss citizens' rights in the UK.
Below a short summary:
What does Settled Status mean:
Lived in the UK on continuous 5 years
Started living in the UK by 31.12.2020 (or by the date the UK leaves the EU without a deal)
Application Deadline: 30.06.2021 or 31.12.2020 if the UK leaves the EU without deal
Fees: it is free to apply
What you need for Settled Status:
Proof of identity
- valid passport
- biometric residence card
- biometric residence permit
Proof of continuous residence
- You need to have lived in the UK for at least 6 - 12 month period for 5 years in a row
Check of criminal records
- Home Office will check if you have done any crime
Process will take up to 10 minutes and within 3-4 days you will get an e-mail with the approval.
Note: there is nothing being sent to you by post!
What does Pre-Settled Status mean:
Living in the UK by 31.12.2020
Change to settled status when you get over 5 years
With this status, you can stay in the UK for further 5 years
If you leave the UK:
Settled Status:
EU citizens: can spend 5 years in a row outside the UK
Swiss citizens: can spend 4 years in a row outside the UK
Pre-Settled Status:
2 years in a row can be spent outside the UK