EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit
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What is the EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit?
The EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit (EUSS Family Permit) is a UK immigration route that allows family members of EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens (and certain British citizens) come to the UK and join their relatives who have settled status or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS).
The family permit allows eligible individuals to travel to the UK to join their family member, live, work, or study in the country for up to six months, and then apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the UK beyond the permit’s expiry.
This route is particularly important for non-EEA citizens who have close family connections with EU nationals residing in the UK. The permit is free of charge and is considered a visa route for those outside the UK seeking to reunite with loved ones.
Who is the EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit For?
The EUSS Family Permit is for eligible family members of people with:
You may be eligible to apply for an EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit if you are the family member of:
This permit is also available to family members of relevant EEA citizens and members of relevant EEA citizens’ households, provided they meet the requirements for joining family members in the UK.
What is the Application Process Like?
The EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit application must be made from outside the UK. The process is online, and applicants must provide supporting documentation proving their relationship with their family member in the UK.
Step-by-step EUSS Family Permit Application
Check eligibility
Ensure you are a qualifying family member of someone with settled status or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.Prepare documents
Collect evidence of your relationship, including marriage or birth certificates, proof of dependency, and proof that your family member is settled in the UK.Submit the online application
Apply through the UK government portal for the EUSS Family Permit. You must apply from outside the UK.Book a biometric appointment
Attend a Visa Application Centre in your country to submit your photograph and fingerprints.Wait for a decision
Processing times may vary, but most decisions are issued within 3 to 6 weeks.
Once granted, the family permit allows you to enter the UK in order to join or accompany a close family member, live for up to six months, and then apply for pre-settled status from inside the UK.
What Are the Requirements?
To be eligible for the EUSS Family Permit, you must meet the following requirements:
1. Relationship Requirement
You must be a close family member of:
The relationship with your family member must have existed before 31 December 2020, unless you are applying as a child born after that date.
2. Residency Requirement of the Sponsor
Your sponsoring family member must have:
In Surinder Singh or Zambrano application cases, specific conditions apply for British citizens and non-EEA caregivers.
3. Application Location
You must apply from outside the UK. This route is not for those already in the country. If you left the UK but maintained family status, you may still qualify.
4. Other Key Conditions
Key Benefits of the EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit
The EUSS Family Permit provides significant advantages for individuals seeking to reunite with family members in the UK.
Key benefits include:
This is one of the most generous UK visa schemes available for family members of EU nationals and should be considered before any family visa with stricter financial or procedural requirements.
Why Choose Bekenbey?
Navigating the EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit can be complex—especially when dealing with EEA family relationships, dependency evidence, or late applications. At Bekenbey, we:
Guide you through each stage of the family permit application
Help prove your eligible family member relationship
Support Surinder Singh and Zambrano applications
Advise on switching to pre-settled or settled status
Represent you in case of refusals or document issues
Ensure your visa is approved without delay
With extensive knowledge in UK immigration and EUSS permit rules, our team ensures that your application meets all standards and is backed by strong evidence.
Apply for an EU Settlement Scheme Family Permit Today with Bekenbey
If you are a non-EEA citizen or a close family member of an EU national, and your family member started living in the UK before 31 December 2020, you may be eligible to apply for an EUSS Family Permit.
You must apply from outside the UK and travel to the UK using the permit. Once in the UK, you can apply for pre-settled status, and later settled status, under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Let Bekenbey help you:
Understand your immigration status
Complete your application for an EUSS Family Permit
Collect the right evidence as a family member of someone settled in the UK
Transition smoothly from permit holder to EUSS applicant
If your permit expires or you face delays, we can advise you on next steps and late application strategies.
Documents Needed
We’ve listed all the key documents required for your visa application to make your process as smooth as possible. Here are some common documents you may need to provide:
You may also need to complete an enquiry form if the Home Office requires further clarification.
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