EU nationals living in Jersey told they do not need to be worried about Brexit
EU nationals living in Jersey have been told they do not need to be concerned about Brexit.
Jersey's government voted to take part in the UK's deal with the EU on Sunday (27 December). During the States Assembly, the island's External Relations Minister, Senator Ian Gorst assured EU citizens that they are welcome in Jersey.
He also apologised for the "bureaucratic process" they have to go through to acquire settled status. EU nationals who have lived in Jersey for more than five years have until June 2021 to apply for settled status. Even those who have already acquired permanent residency will have to apply to the Jersey EU Settlement Scheme.
EU nationals living in Jersey less than five years can apply for ‘pre-settled’ status under the scheme.