Tide Immigration

Settlement & Residency

EU Settlement Scheme

Settled and pre-settled status for EU, EEA and Swiss citizens.

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Typical timeline: 6 weeks

Overview

A clear path through EU Settlement Scheme.

The EU Settlement Scheme grants settled or pre-settled status to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens (and their family members) who were resident in the UK by 31 December 2020. Late applications are still possible with reasonable grounds.

We help with late applications, complex family cases, and conversions from pre-settled to settled status.

Who it's for

Is this the right route for you?

  • EU/EEA/Swiss nationals resident before 31 December 2020
  • Family members of EUSS status holders

Eligibility

Are you eligible?

  • EU, EEA or Swiss national or family member
  • Resident in the UK before 31 December 2020
  • Evidence of UK residence

Documents

What you'll need to prepare.

  • Passport or national identity card
  • Evidence of UK residence before 31 December 2020
  • Family relationship evidence where applicable

Process

How we work, step by step.

  1. 1

    Initial consultation

    We assess your situation, eligibility and the strongest route forward.

  2. 2

    Document strategy

    We prepare a tailored evidence bundle and resolve weak points before submission.

  3. 3

    Application & submission

    Your case is filed precisely, with every requirement triple-checked.

  4. 4

    Decision & next steps

    We monitor progress, respond to requests, and guide you through the outcome.

Fees & timelines

Transparent, fixed-fee pricing.

Home Office fee: free. Our professional fees from £750.

Typical Home Office processing: ~6 weeks.

Watch-outs

Common pitfalls to avoid.

  • Late applications need 'reasonable grounds' explained in writing
  • Pre-settled status now auto-extends but conversion to settled is not automatic

Why Tide

A safer pair of hands for your application.

We are a boutique UK immigration practice. Every EU Settlement Scheme case is led by a senior specialist — never delegated to a junior caseworker. We are candid about your prospects, strategic about your evidence, and quietly relentless on your behalf.

FAQs

EU Settlement Scheme — your questions answered.

Common questions our clients ask about EU Settlement Scheme. Still unsure? Book a 30-minute consultation and we'll give you straight answers tailored to your situation.

Yes, late applications are accepted with a reasonable grounds explanation. We have secured many late grants.

Begin your journey

Ready to take the next step? 

Book a confidential consultation with a Tide specialist. We'll review your case, outline your options and recommend the strongest path forward.