Right to work & expiry of residence visa Non EEA Family mem

[Coxy]

Hi,

Can anyone tell me if is it is necessary to renew a residence visa when it reaches its 5 year expiry date?

My friend is a Non EEA married to a Spanish EEA and both have been working in the UK for the past 7 years. Her residence visa has expired so I'd like to know whether that means her right to work in the UK has expired as well?

Thanks

[Casa]

She doesn't have to renew it as she will obtain Permanent Residency automatically as her spouse has been continually exercising his Treaty rights. However, bear in mind that a PR card is now required when applying for British citizenship, which requires a formal application for PR. Also employers may ask to see a valid document proving the right to work.
https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-a-uk-resid ... dence-card