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EU and EEA EFTA citizens who have applied to the EU Settlement Scheme, have a number of rights in the UK. Their family members also share these rights.

EU or EEA EFTA citizens who lived in the Gibraltar by 31 December 2020 in accordance with EU law, and their family members, have the right to reside in Gibraltar.

Find out more about these rights below.

The rights of many EU, EEA and EFTA citizens and their family members living in the UK are protected under the Withdrawal Agreement and Separation Agreement. 

Whether you are looking for information about living, working, accessing public services or travelling in and out of the UK, the information here is designed to help you understand your rights and the protections available to you.

What you’ll find here:

This section provides information about:

  • Your rights under the Withdrawal Agreement and Separation Agreement
  • How those rights may apply to you and your family
  • How to tell us if you think your rights are not being upheld

Who this information is for:

  • EU, EEA and EFTA citizens living in the UK
  • Family members of eligible citizens
  • Individuals seeking information about their rights after Brexit

Why this matters

Citizens’ rights help make sure that eligible citizens can continue to access the services, benefits and protections available to them. Understanding how these rights apply can help you make informed decisions and navigate public services with confidence.

The IMA works to promote and monitor the application of citizens’ rights.

Explore your rights

Click the cards below to learn more about your rights and access detailed guidance on each area.

Living in the UK

If you are an EU and EEA EFTA citizen, or an eligible family member who was living in the UK before 31 December 2020, you may have the right to continue living here after Brexit. 
Travel

If you have settled status or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS), you have the right to leave and enter the UK in accordance with the Withdrawal Agreement. 
Work

In most circumstances, people with EUSS status should be treated in the same way as British workers when it comes to employment rights and protections.  
Gaining Support

If you have settled status, pre-settled status or a pending application under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS), you may be able to access benefits, healthcare, education and other public services in the UK.