The application process continues the three main stages of the previous pilot schemes:
You will need to:
- Verify your identity by using the EU Exit: ID Document Check app. This will read either your EU biometric passport or your UK residence card with a biometric chip (if you’re the non-EU family member of an EU citizen). The app will check that your identity document is genuine and that it belongs to you. At this time, only Android devices with a chip reader (Near Field Communication technology) and newer models of iPhone 7 (iOS 13.2 or newer), can download the app;
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- Verify your identity by post. You can, alternatively, send your identity document to the Home Office by post. You will also need to verify your identity by uploading a photo of yourself directly to your online application;
- Verify your residence in the UK by providing your National Insurance number or by submitting other documentation by post. The Home Office will, via HMRC, check UK tax and certain benefits data and use those records to help work out how long you have been resident in the UK. You need only provide enough evidence to show whether you qualify for settled or pre-settled status;
- Complete a Criminality Check by declaring any criminal convictions. Only serious or persistent criminality will affect your application.
If you are a non-EU citizen you may be required to provide evidence that you are a family member of an EU citizen. Further information on applying can be found at:
UK Government - EU Settlement Scheme, Evidence of a Relationship to an EU Citizen
Applications to the Scheme are free – you will not be charged.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
The deadline for applying to the Scheme is 30 June 2021, provided you have started residing in the UK by 31 December 2020.
PROCESSING TIMES
Please refer to the following link for the latest information on processing times:
UK Government EU Settlement Scheme - Application Processing Times
HOME OFFICE RESOLUTION CENTRE AND SUPPORT
If you need help or information about your application, you can contact the EU Settlement Resolution Centre helpline. Please note that the Scheme is independent of the University of Glasgow and the HR Team is unable to respond to any queries regarding individual applications.
Calling from inside the UK
EU Settlement Resolution Centre
Telephone: 0300 123 7379
Monday to Friday, 8am to 8pm
Saturday and Sunday, 9:30am to 4:30pm
EU Settlement Scheme contact form
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Calling from outside the UK
EU Settlement Resolution Centre
Telephone: +44 203 080 0010
Monday to Friday 8:00am to 8:00pm
Saturday and Sunday 9:30am to 4:30pm
EU Settlement Scheme contact form
Get help using a computer to apply online
You can get support over the phone or in person if you need help filling in the settlement scheme application form online.
Assisted Digital Support
You can also get Assisted Digital support to use the EU Settlement Scheme online application form if you’re in the UK and do not have the appropriate access, skills or confidence to complete the form. You will need to be able to access the ID App to use this service.
Phone: 03333 445 675
Text message: text the word “VISA” to 07537 416 944
Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm
Saturday 9am to 4pm