The TCA is aware British riders are struggling to navigate the impact of Brexit on their racing and training and that the removal of free movement has left many riders concerned about how to get to Europe to meet their contractual commitments.
Riders may need a visa, work permit or other documentation if they are planning to stay for longer than 90 days in a 180-day period. Riders need to Check the entry requirements and rules of the country they are visiting to find out if you need a visa or work permit.
The impact and solutions depend on a rider’s personal situation. We have set out below some examples of different circumstances of nationality, residency and employment which impact how a rider should proceed. It may also differ depending on whether a rider is self-employed vs employee.
- You are a British national + You live in the UK + You are employed in the UK
- You are a British national + You live in the UK + You are employed in the EU
- You are a British national + You live in the EU + You are employed in the EU
- You are a British national + You live in the EU + You are employed in the UK
- You are a British national + You live in the UK + You are self-employed in the UK
- You are a British national + You live in the UK + You are self-employed in the EU
- You are a British national + You live in the EU + You are self-employed in the EU
- You are a British national + You live in the EU + You are self-employed in the UK
A non-EU national who stays in the Schengen area beyond 90 days (without a residence permit or long-stay visa) is illegally present, which can result in a re-entry ban to the Schengen area – which could have serious implications on their future racing career.
Riders staying less than 90 days, still need to check whether they need a visa and/or work permit. It will depend on the country they are travelling to, the purpose of their visit and whether they are receiving payment or not (many riders are still not financially reimbursed by teams).
The TCA can support its members with finding the right solution for their circumstance.
Click here to read the in-depth factsheet in the members-only section.
TCA hereby calls upon the teams employing riders as well as their National Federation to take their responsibility and support riders.
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