Post-Brexit Guidance Provided For UK Nationals In Estonia

• Published date: 02 February 2021
• Subject Matter: Government, Public Sector, Constitutional & Administrative Law
• Law Firm: Envoy Global, Inc.
• Author: Ms Lucy Halse

Key Points

• The Estonian government has issued updated guidance for UK nationals following Brexit
• UK nationals who were residents before December 31, 2020 can use their current ID card as proof of residency
• UK nationals who are seeking residency rights can register for residency as EU nationals through March 31, 2021
• UK nationals must apply for an Article 50 residency permit before their existing ID card expires
• Applications for a new residency permit can be filed in person or online
• An application fee of EUR 35 applies for Article 50 residence permit applications
• Additional fees apply for premium processing and collection at a consular post
• Posted workers may require work authorization on April 1, 2021

Overview

The Estonian government has provided updated guidance for UK nationals following the Brexit transition.

What are the Changes?

UK nationals who are seeking residency rights in Estonia can register for residency as an EU national through March 31, 2021. UK nationals must apply for a new (Article 50) residency permit before their existing EU national ID card or family member residence permit expires.

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