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<p>We have agreed with the EU that the eligibility criteria for
UK settled status will be the same as, or more favourable than, those
set out in the Free Movement Directive for acquiring permanent residence.
The UK will set the evidence requirements to suit the demands of
this unique situation. For example, we will not ask applicants to account
for every trip that they have taken out of the UK, nor will we require evidence of
comprehensive sickness insurance.</p><p>For those who already hold a valid EEA permanent
residence document, there will be a simple process to exchange this for a settled
status document, subject to ID verification and submission of a photograph, a security
check and confirmation of ongoing residence. The previous residence assessment will
not be re-done.</p><p>The new system will be streamlined, user-friendly and will draw
on existing Government data to minimise the burden on applicants to provide documentary
evidence. Further, more detailed evidential requirements are being developed and will
be published in due course.</p>
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