When did Britain decide to leave the EU?

On Thursday 23 June 2016 the EU referendum took place and the people of the United Kingdom voted to leave the European Union.

Is the UK now a third country?

This means that the UK continues to be part of the EU Customs Union and the Single Market (with all four freedoms) and continues to comply with all EU policies. The Withdrawal Agreement sets out a path for the United Kingdom to smoothly transition from being an EU Member State to becoming a third country.

Is the UK still part of the EEA after Brexit?

The United Kingdom (UK) ceased to be a Contracting Party to the EEA Agreement after its withdrawal from the EU on 31 January 2020. This follows from the two-pillar structure and Article 126 of the EEA Agreement, which states that the EEA Agreement applies to the territory of the EU and the three EEA EFTA States.

Which countries are not in the EU?

The European countries that are not members of the EU:

Albania*
Andorra.
Armenia.
Azerbaijan.
Belarus.
Bosnia and Herzegovina**
Georgia.
Iceland.

Why is Switzerland not in EU?

Switzerland signed a free-trade agreement with the then European Economic Community in 1972, which entered into force in 1973. However, after a Swiss referendum held on 6 December 1992 rejected EEA membership by 50.3% to 49.7%, the Swiss government decided to suspend negotiations for EU membership until further notice.

Why is Turkey not in the EU?

Since 2016 accession negotiations have stalled. The EU has accused and criticized Turkey for human rights violations and deficits in rule of law. In 2017, EU officials expressed that planned Turkish policies violate the Copenhagen criteria of eligibility for an EU membership.

Why is Norway not in the EU?

Norway has high GNP per capita, and would have to pay a high membership fee. The country has a limited amount of agriculture, and few underdeveloped areas, which means that Norway would receive little economic support from the EU. The total EEA EFTA commitment amounts to 2.4% of the overall EU programme budget.

Will Brexit affect Switzerland?

Switzerland, like other EU Schengen zone states, has agreed to visa-free travel for short stays. This means that UK passport holders can visit Switzerland and other Schengen countries without a visa for up to 90 days over any 180-day period.

Can I move to Switzerland without a job?

The Swiss don’t let just anyone into the country. In order to be approved for a residence permit, you have to have a job offer and it has to be for a job that cannot be done by a Swiss national.

How long can a Swiss citizen stay in the EU?

for 90 days

Can I leave UK with settled status?

With Settled Status you can leave the UK for a period of up to five years (or four years if you are Swiss). If you stay away longer, you may lose your status. You must apply for Settled Status within that period, if you want to stay in the UK for longer.

How long can a British citizen stay outside UK?

5 years

Can I lose settled status?

The right to upgrade from pre-settled status to settled status is lost if the continuous qualifying period is broken and the person returns to the UK after 31 December 2020. Once someone already has settled status, they can spend up to five years outside the UK without losing it.

Is Settled status permanent?

Is settled status the same as permanent residence? EU settled status and UK permanent residence are not the same. EU nationals currently in the UK – both with or without a permanent residence card – who are wising to remain lawfully in Britain beyond 30 June 2021 will need to take steps to secure their status.

How long can you leave the UK with settled status?

What happens if you are refused settled status?

If you’ve been refused any status You’re unlikely to be refused any status under the EU Settlement Scheme. Your decision letter will tell you why you’ve been refused. It will also tell you if you can: apply again.

What happens if I don’t get settled status?

If you are an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen and have not made an application to the EU Settlement Scheme by 30 June 2021, you will become unlawfully present and will be at risk of losing access to employment and benefits, as well as being subject to other sanctions, such as being unable to rent from a private landlord in …

What happens if I don’t get settled status UK?

Failure to receive pre-Settled Status or Settled Status by 30 June 2021 for those whose EU free movement rights were not carried over will result in that person becoming unlawfully resident in the UK.

Can I move to UK after Brexit?

If you were living in the UK before 1 January 2021, you may continue to live and work there. However, you will need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme for settled or pre-settled status if you haven’t already. You have until 30 June 2021 to do so.

How long does it take for EU settled status decision?

“It usually takes around 5 working days for complete applications to be processed if no further information is required, but it can take up to a month.” Although some EU Settlement Scheme applications may be decided within a month, that does not seem to be the norm.

How do you prove EU settled status?

How do I prove my Pre-Settled or Settled Status to authorities, employers and landlords?

Your passport/national ID card number, used when making your application.
Your Date of Birth.
Your mobile number or email address, used when making your application.

How do I check my EU settlement status?

Viewing your status After you get your decision letter, you can view your pre-settled or settled status online on GOV.UK. If you’re from the EU, EEA or Switzerland, you will not get a card showing your pre-settled or settled status – your status is only online.

Do I need to send my passport for settled status?

If you’re an EU , EEA or Swiss citizen, you need a valid passport or valid national identity card. You also need to provide a digital photo of your face. If you’re not an EU , EEA or Swiss citizen, you need to provide one of the following: a valid passport.

What is proof of living in the UK?

Proof of living in the UK If you are married to, or in a civil partnership with, a British citizen, you must have been in the UK for the past 3 years. If you are a Non-EEA National, you need to include your passport to prove you have lived in the UK for the relevant 3- or 5-year period.

Can I apply for EU settlement scheme after Brexit?

If you’re an EU citizen, you and your family will be able to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the UK after 30 June 2021. If your application is successful, you’ll get either settled or pre-settled status.

Who can stay in UK after Brexit?

If you’re an EU , EEA or Swiss citizen, you and your family can apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to continue living in the UK after 30 June 2021. You can also apply if you’re the family member of an eligible person of Northern Ireland. If your application is successful, you’ll get either settled or pre-settled status.

Can I bring my girlfriend to UK after Brexit?

Your partner can’t apply for a family visa if you came to the UK after 31 December 2020 and applied to the EU Settlement Scheme as a family member. If you’re in this situation, you’ll need to wait until you get settled status before your partner can apply for a family visa. Your partner can apply from outside the UK.

Can I keep my EU passport after Brexit?

Is my EU/UK passport still valid after Brexit? UK passport holders will be able to travel to the EU/EFTA on their passport as long as it is less than 10 years old and has at least six months left on its expiry date. That includes the burgundy EU/UK passports and the new blue UK passports.

Can I bring my family to the UK after Brexit?

If you’re an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen living in the UK, some of your family can also apply to come and live in the UK. They can apply for pre-settled or settled status from the EU Settlement Scheme if both: you arrived in the UK by 31 December 2020.