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Hi,

from what I have been reading I understand that currently, as a resident and getting PR next year (however husband's waiting time for PR is another 4 years), I can apply for certain benefits that do not count as public funds, also including work tax credit and child benefit.

I am wondering if once I have my PR next year (husband still waiting), can I apply for full benefits in the UK without this affecting his PR later?

I know that I will have same rights as British citizens in terms of benefits then but because my husband's PR is depending on me, I don't want to make any mistakes.

Could anyone please confirm if I have understood the above information correctly. Thanks!

Recently my application for EEA3 was refused becouse of acces to public funds. We were receiving £7/w Working tax credits.

If you are an EEA worker or self-employed, you and your family member can claim social assistance benefits to top up your income without it affecting your or your family member's application for Permanent Residence. However if the EEA national is exercising Treaty rights as a student or as a self-sufficient person, the Home Office seems to be really harsh with Permanent Residence applications even if you or your family member just receive a tiny amount of benefits regularly.

As a Permanent Resident you can claim whatever benefits you like whether you are a worker or not, and this will not affect the rights of your non-EEA family member to apply for EEA4.