Immigration Law · United Kingdom & EU
Post-Brexit Immigration Rules Are Complex. Get a Lawyer Who Knows Them Inside Out
Brexit changed the immigration landscape for millions of UK citizens in the EU and EU citizens in the UK. From settled-status deadlines to new visa requirements, the rules are complex and the consequences of getting them wrong are serious. We match you, free of charge, with a lawyer who handles post-Brexit immigration cases every day.
- Settled status & residency rights
- UK citizens in the EU & vice versa
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Who this is for
Brexit rewrote the rules for millions — and many are still discovering what changed
Brexit ended free movement between the UK and the EU, replacing a single, familiar framework with a patchwork of new national schemes. EU citizens already living in the UK were required to apply for settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme, while UK citizens resident in EU countries had to secure or convert their residence rights under each country’s own post-Brexit arrangements. The consequences of missing a deadline or filing incorrectly can be severe, and many people only discover a problem years later — when renewing a document, applying for permanent status, or planning a return. Cross-border situations are especially tricky: a UK citizen with a family in Spain, or an EU national commuting for work in the UK, can face conflicting rules in two systems at once. A lawyer who works across these post-Brexit schemes can untangle your position and protect the residence you have built.
Where Brexit leaves people stranded
The deadline has passed, but the problems
keep surfacing years later.
Missed deadlines and split rules between the UK and the EU create problems that only emerge when it’s most inconvenient.
Missed settled-status deadlines
Many EU citizens lost or nearly lost their UK residence rights by missing the EU Settlement Scheme deadline, and late applications now require a good reason. A lawyer can help argue that reason and secure late acceptance where possible.
UK citizens’ rights in the EU
UK citizens who moved to an EU country before Brexit generally kept their residence rights, but proving and maintaining them under new national schemes is confusing, and errors can put long-held residency at risk.
Two systems at once
Families and cross-border workers are often caught between UK and EU rules simultaneously — one rule for the UK, another for their EU country of residence — and the interaction between the two is rarely straightforward.
What you get
A lawyer who bridges the UK and the EU
We only match you with lawyers who handle post-Brexit status, settlement and cross-border cases on a regular basis.
Status & residency review
Your lawyer reviews your current immigration status under the relevant post-Brexit scheme and tells you exactly where you stand, what deadlines apply and what action is needed to protect your rights.
Late & missing applications
If you missed a deadline or your application was refused, your lawyer argues the reasonable grounds or corrects the error, pursuing every route to secure or restore your residence status.
UK–EU coordination
For cross-border families and workers, your lawyer coordinates advice across both the UK and EU systems, ensuring that a decision in one country does not undermine your position in the other.
Permanent status & citizenship
Your lawyer guides you through upgrading pre-settled to settled status, converting temporary residence rights into permanent status, and, where relevant, onward toward citizenship — so your long-term security is locked in.
Coverage
Post-Brexit immigration lawyers across Europe and the UK
Post-Brexit cases are inherently cross-border, so we match you with lawyers who handle both the UK’s settlement scheme and the residence rules of EU countries. We cover the following countries and beyond:
Frequently asked
Brexit immigration — common questions
Do EU citizens still have the right to live in the UK after Brexit?
EU citizens who were lawfully resident in the UK before the end of the transition period generally had to apply under the EU Settlement Scheme to retain their rights. Those arriving later fall under the new points-based immigration system. Your position depends on when you arrived and your current status.
Can I still apply for settled status if I missed the deadline?
Late applications are sometimes accepted where there is a reasonable ground for the delay, such as illness, a lack of awareness in certain situations, or other compelling reasons. A lawyer can assess whether your circumstances justify a late application and help you make it.
What are my rights as a UK citizen living in an EU country?
UK citizens who were resident in an EU country before Brexit generally retained their residence rights under the Withdrawal Agreement, but they usually need to hold the correct national residence document. The exact requirements vary by country, and a lawyer can confirm your specific position.
How does Brexit affect my family’s immigration status?
Family members can be significantly affected, particularly if they are non-EU nationals or if the family is split between the UK and an EU country. Their rights often depend on the timing of the move and the main resident’s status, so individual advice is essential.
Do I need a visa to travel between the UK and the EU now?
For short visits, many UK and EU citizens can travel visa-free for limited periods, but the rules for working, studying or staying longer have changed substantially. If you intend to work or reside, you will typically need the correct visa or permit under the new rules.
Can a lawyer help me fix a post-Brexit immigration mistake?
Yes. Many post-Brexit problems — a missed deadline, an incorrect application, a refused status — can still be corrected or appealed, sometimes years later. A lawyer can review what went wrong and advise on the realistic options available to put it right.
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Brexit changed the rules — don’t let it cost you your home
Tell us your situation and we’ll connect you, free of charge, with a lawyer who handles post-Brexit immigration cases for UK and EU citizens alike.