FAQ

I previously lived in the UK for 5 years before leaving. Can I apply for Settled Status, using those years against my application?

Yes. If you lived in the UK for at least 5 years continuously but you’ve not been continuously away from the UK for more than 5 years since then (see also this FAQ on settled status 5-year absences), you qualify for settled status based on your historic residence.

However, please see this FAQ on making late applications to the EU Settlement Scheme.

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