The government reopened its pilot EU Settlement Scheme today (21 January 2019). All staff who are EU citizens and their family members (including non-EU citizen family members) who hold a valid biometric residence card will be able to apply for the immigration status they will need once the UK has left the EU.
Participation in this scheme is entirely voluntary at this stage, however, successful applicants will not need to submit a new application when the scheme rolls out nationally in March 2019.
You can find further information about the pilot scheme, the University’s reimbursement for the scheme and how to apply on our HR website.
The University will reimburse the cost of applications for settled status (£65) for eligible employees who make an application under this scheme. This provision will be available to all employees who are working for the University on or before 29 March 2019, whether they make an application as part of this pilot phase, or as part of the full EU Settlement Scheme when it is launched. The offer of reimbursement only applies to employees; reimbursement of the application fee is not applicable for family members, students or casual workers.
Participation in the EU settlement scheme requires applicants to have access to an Android device with near field communication (NFC) capability to use the government ID checking app. We know that many of our EU staff do not have access to a suitable Android device, so we have arranged for compatible phones to be available for staff to use.
If you need to use this facility you must make an appointment by calling extension 23031, the phones are located in Human Resources Reception, Building 26, Highfield Campus, 09:00 – 16:30, Monday to Friday. You will also be required to bring your own mobile as this is needed as part of the application process.
Please note that the phones are for staff and their family members only, students should contact Student Services on 023 8059 9599 should they wish to use a phone.
Please be aware that University staff are unable to answer questions about your particular immigration status, you should refer to the Home Office for more information.
Full terms and conditions and information on applying for the fee reimbursement can be accessed on our HR pages.
EU staff are encouraged to join the EU/EEA Staff Support Network. To do so, please contact Bruno Linclau: [email protected].
