Right to Rent and Brexit

Brexit and immigration are significant with the UK’s departure from the EU. Free movement between the UK and the European Union came to an end on 31 December 2020.

From 1 January 2021, the UK implemented a points-based immigration system that treats EU and non-EU citizens equally, prioritising individuals’ skills and talent over where a person comes from.

This means from 1 January 2021, if someone intent on travelling to the and who does not live in the UK or has rights under the Withdrawal Agreement, as an EU, EEA or swiss citizen, they will need to meet specific requirements in order to study or work in the UK.

Relevant checks, including UK criminality checks will have to be undertaken. A person can continue to visit the UK for up to 6 months without applying for a visa and may participate in a wide range of activities, including tourism, visiting family and friends, short term study and business-related activities, such as events and conferences.