Immigration weekly update: January 30, 2025

Immigration news updates for the EMEA region


Europe, Middle East and Africa

Finland: Automated monitoring of residence permits

In order to prevent illegal entry and stay in Finland, an automated post-decision monitoring for residence permits of employed persons has been recently implemented. This process allows authorities to check if an applicant still meets the permit’s requirements, including the salary level associated with the same. Automated post-decision monitoring is meant for initial residence permits issued on or after January 1, 2024, and for extended permits issued on or after January 1, 2023.

Checks may also be conducted within national registers, including those of Kela (kela.fi), the Incomes Register (vero.fi), and the Legal Register Centre (oikeusrekisterikeskus.fi).

This summary was prepared using the information from the Immigration Finnish Service

Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Roberta Carnaccini (Global Director of Immigration).

United Kingdom: Home Office automates pre-settled and settled status

The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) has granted status to 5.7 million EEA and Swiss citizens and their families, allowing them to continue living and working in the UK post-Brexit. Applicants received either pre-settled or settled status based on their residency duration.

  • Pre-settled status: Granted to those with less than five years of UK residency, requiring a further application for settled status after five years.
  • Settled status: Granted to those with at least five years of UK residency, providing indefinite leave to remain.

The Home Office is introducing an automated process to convert eligible pre-settled status holders to settled status without needing a new application. This process will start in late January 2025, with notifications sent to those approaching the expiry of their pre-settled status. The Home Office will check records to ensure eligibility, including residency and criminal conduct.

Later in 2025, this process will be expanded to include more eligible individuals. The Home Office will also address cases where pre-settled status holders no longer meet the conditions. Pre-settled status holders can still apply for settled status as soon as they are eligible.

This summary was prepared using the information from the UK Government

Disclaimer: The above information is provided for general information purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. If you have any further inquiries regarding the applicability of this information, please contact Joanna Sogeke (Immigration Team Leader) or Roberta Carnaccini (Global Director of Immigration).

 


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