Brexit uncertainty could lead to UK landlords refusing to let properties to EU citizens because of confusion over the settled status issue , according to the British Landlords Association ( RLA ) . Landlords face fines of up to £ 5,000 ( $ 500 ) for each adult tenant found to be an illegal immigrant , under right - to - rent rules . Some may not even know what countries are in the European Union,” said Smith. EU citizens currently have the right to remain in the UK until December 2019 in a no - deal scenario , or June 2021 with a deal . However , they will be required to apply for settled status , which the RLA believes could lead to landlords acting against those with a right to rent .
Brexit uncertainty could lead to UK landlords refusing to let properties to EU citizens because of confusion over the settled status issue , according to the British Landlords Association ( RLA ) . Landlords face fines of up to £ 5,000 ( $ 500 ) for each adult tenant found to be an illegal immigrant , under right - to - rent rules . EU citizens currently have the right to remain in the UK until December 2019 in a no - deal scenario , or June 2021 with a deal . However , they will be required to apply for settled status , which the RLA believes could lead to landlords acting against those with a right to rent .