EEA PR Card and proof of residence during 5 month absence

[chrees]

Hi,

I am thinking about applying for a PR Card and have two specific question. My entitlement would be based on a 5 year period that took place in the past. Now, in my final year I had a 5 month absence from the UK:

1. Do I need to prove residence during this period (i.e. show relevant tenancy agreement, bank statements, utility bills, etc) - as I was outside the UK I stopped renting for that period

2. Does it matter that my absence was extended to 7 months if the final 2 months already fall in year 6? BTW- do I need to provide any documentation for year 6 - i,e, when I came back?

Appreciate your help here

Best,

chrees

[member]

Are you an EEA national?

How have you been exercising your treaty rights in the UK?

[chrees]

The answer to both questions is positive. Apologies for not providing all the background to my case but I have done some research and it seems that I tick all the boxes with the question asked in my original post being the only concern.

Best,

chrees

[chrees]

Hi,

Could anyone please help me?

Thank you,

chrees

[noajthan]

1) Not if you were out of UK.

2) Up to 6 months absence in a 12 month period will not break continuity of residence.
No need to exercise treaty rights after acquiring PR.