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<p>The Government has made clear that, where a person eligible for leave under the
EU Settlement Scheme has reasonable grounds for missing the application deadline of
30 June 2021, they will be given a further opportunity to apply.</p><p>As this is
over 17 months away, our focus is on encouraging all those who need to apply to do
so before the deadline. EU citizens can apply to the scheme, free of charge, simply
by completing three key steps: proving their identity, showing that they live in the
UK and declaring any criminal convictions. There is support available for any who
need help in applying, including through the EU Settlement Resolution Centre, which
is open seven days a week.</p><p>However, our compassionate and flexible approach
will ensure that individuals who miss the deadline through no fault of their own can
still obtain lawful status in the UK. We will publish clear guidance for caseworkers
in due course to ensure consistency of approach.</p>
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