Applying for the EUSS Family Permit

This permit is also available to family members of an eligible person from Northern Ireland. Additionally, some British citizens' family members may qualify for this permit. Upon a successful application, the EUSS Family Permit is typically issued for a duration of 4 to 6 months. Before the permit expires, you should apply for pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS). Our team of expert immigration solicitors offers specialized legal advice and representation on a fixed- fee basis for those applying for an EUSS Family Permit. You can seek free initial advice online or book an appointment with our immigration specialists for detailed guidance on your EUSS application.

Eligibility for the EUSS Family Permit

Eligibility for the EUSS Family Permit varies depending on your relationship with the individual in the UK. Here are some scenarios where you might qualify: As a Family Member of Someone from the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein

You can apply for the permit if your family member began living in the UK by December 31, 2020. This includes family members who have British citizenship, provided they also hold citizenship from an EU country, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, or Liechtenstein, and lived in the UK using their free movement rights before becoming a British citizen (known as a ‘Lounes’ case). You can also apply if your family member has dual nationality with an EU country and settled in the UK before July 16, 2012, without exercising free movement rights (referred to as a ‘McCarthy’ case). If your family member lives outside the UK but regularly works in the UK, you may also be eligible (known as a ‘frontier worker’).