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Directorate of Immigration: Residence permits - Types

I am a British citizen, how do I apply for a residence permit for a spouse?

If you hold a residence permit on the basis of the exit agreement with the UK and got married before 1 January 2021, your spouse may apply for family reunification under the EEA legislation. For more information visit Residence right of family members of EEA/EFTA citizens.

If you hold a residence permit on the basis of the exit agreement with the UK and got married on or after 1 January 2021, your spouse may apply for family reunification according to the general rules of the law For more information visit Residence permit for spouse.

If you have another type of residence permit, your spouse may apply for family reunification if your permit entails the right to family reunification.

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