Katarzyna Jurkun, Partner and experienced immigration solicitor at Freemans Solicitors, recently secured a successful outcome for a client applying for a Frontier Worker Permit. This immigration route is designed for individuals who live outside the UK but work for UK-based companies, either as employees or self-employed professionals, allowing them to continue lawful work in the UK without becoming UK residents.
In this particular case, the client was an EU national residing outside the UK, working as a seaman on vessels sailing under the UK flag. Thanks to the successful application, the client can continue their work lawfully under the Frontier Worker scheme.
The Frontier Worker Permit is particularly relevant for EU and EEA nationals who began working in the UK on or before 31 December 2020 and wish to continue working on a cross-border basis. Crucially, the work carried out in the UK must be genuine and effective, not marginal or incidental.
You may qualify for a Frontier Worker Permit if:
- You are a citizen of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein;
- You live outside the UK;
- You started working in the UK on or before 31 December 2020;
- Your work in the UK is genuine and effective;
- You have continued working in the UK at least once every 12 months, unless you qualify for an exemption
Examples of eligible work include employed roles such as healthcare or construction workers commuting into the UK, as well as self-employed professionals like freelance IT consultants.
This successful case highlights the importance of seeking experienced legal advice when navigating complex post-Brexit immigration rules. Freemans Solicitors continues to support clients across Europe in maintaining their right to work in the UK lawfully.
Please contact our experienced immigration team at Freemans Solicitors for a confidential consultation and advice at ImmigrationDept@freemanssolicitors.net or call 0207 935 3522.