Those who arrived by December 31, 2020, but did not meet the five-year continuous residence requirement, were eligible for pre-settled status. This limited leave allows them to stay until they reach the five-year threshold, after which they can apply for settled status.
Post-Pre-Settled Status:
Individuals granted pre-settled status must apply for settled status once they have continuously resided in the UK, the Channel Islands, or the Isle of Man for five years.
Continuous residence may be lost if the applicant spends more than six months outside the UK in a 12-month period. In such cases, a further period of five years of pre-settled status may be granted.
