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The Frontier Worker permit is designed for individuals who are not primarily resident in the UK but work in the UK while living elsewhere. This visa route is aimed at EEA and Swiss nationals who were employed or self-employed in the UK but reside outside the UK. The main purpose of this permit is to allow these individuals to continue their work activities in the UK without needing to apply for a more traditional work visa, facilitating cross-border employment while maintaining their primary residence in another country.
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The Frontier Worker permit is designed for individuals who are not primarily resident in the UK but work in the UK while living elsewhere. This visa route is aimed at EEA and Swiss nationals who were employed or self-employed in the UK but reside outside the UK. The main purpose of this permit is to allow these individuals to continue their work activities in the UK without needing to apply for a more traditional work visa, facilitating cross-border employment while maintaining their primary residence in another country.
Applicants must be nationals of an EEA country or Switzerland. This includes all EU member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. British citizens are not eligible for this permit. Dual nationals must apply using their EEA or Swiss nationality.
Applicants must have commenced work in the UK on or before 31 December 2020. This can be in any capacity, whether employed or self-employed. The work must have been genuine and effective, not marginal or ancillary.
Applicants must not be primarily resident in the UK. This means you should spend less than 180 days in the UK in any 12-month period. Your main home should be outside the UK, and you should demonstrate strong ties to another country.
Applicants must continue to work in the UK at least once every 12 months. This can be in any capacity, whether employed or self-employed. The work must be genuine and effective.
Applicants must provide a valid passport or national identity card as proof of nationality and identity. The document must be current and not expired.
Applicants must provide evidence of their employment or self-employment in the UK. This can include employment contracts, payslips, invoices, or client contracts.
Applicants must demonstrate that their primary residence is outside the UK. This can include utility bills, rental agreements, or mortgage statements from your home country.
There is no minimum salary requirement for the Frontier Worker permit. However, applicants must demonstrate that their work in the UK is genuine and effective, not marginal or ancillary.
While there is no specific financial requirement, applicants should be able to support themselves without recourse to public funds. Evidence of financial stability may include bank statements or proof of regular income.
There is no English language requirement for the Frontier Worker permit. Applicants are not required to demonstrate proficiency in English as part of this visa route.
There are no specific health requirements for the Frontier Worker permit. However, applicants should ensure they have appropriate health insurance coverage for their time in the UK.
Applicants must not have a serious criminal record. This includes convictions for serious crimes or any behavior that poses a threat to public safety. Minor offenses may not necessarily disqualify an applicant.
Applications for the Frontier Worker permit are processed within 3 weeks. There is no application fee. Applicants should ensure all documents are ready and complete before submission to avoid delays.
Disclaimer: We are not immigration advisors. For professional immigration advice, consult a qualified immigration lawyer or OISC-registered advisor.
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