The United Kingdom’s withdrawal from the European Union reshaped one of the most fundamental features of EU integration: the free movement of persons. This in-depth and fully updated online course explores the practical, legal, and administrative consequences of Brexit for both EU citizens living in the UK and UK nationals residing in the EU.

Designed by experts and delivered through ECAS’ trusted learning platform, the course provides a clear, structured understanding of how the Withdrawal Agreement protects those who had moved before the transition period ended, and how current rules operate for individuals moving after Brexit.

You will learn how residence rights, permanent residence, work and study entitlements, family reunification, and social security coordination operate under the post-Brexit framework. Special attention is given to the legal bases of these protections, including Directive 2004/38/EC, Regulation 883/2004, and the detailed provisions of the Withdrawal Agreement itself.

The course also includes a practical overview of the EU rules that apply to UK nationals who move to the EU today, and the UK’s immigration requirements for EU citizens post-2020. Real-life examples, case law explanations, and references to the latest European Commission guidance make the content both accessible and authoritative.

This course is ideal for public authorities, civil society organisations, legal practitioners, advisors, and anyone seeking a complete and reliable understanding of EU–UK mobility following Brexit.

Access is completely free — simply register to begin learning.