There is no provision for retention of the right to reside for an extended family member of an EEA national in regulations or directive(your friend cannot be regarded as a family member since the marriage is not recognised) however as the children are an EEA citizens she can have a derivative rights from them.
Should your friend need a professional assistance, I would recommend an internet consultation upon which we would provide a written advice about the merits of the case and evidence necessary for the application.
We charge £120.00 for this service.
Immigration and Legal Advisory Services ILAS (LLP) is an immigration firm based in London offering services such as legal advice and representations to UKBA and Tribunals.
Should you need professional assistance or advice at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We can assist with entry to the UK, extension of stay, permanent residency, regularization of stay and citizenship. We also have an extensive experience in removal and deportation cases and can request for administrative review/reconsideration of decisions, appeals, process applications outside of the rules based on compassionate ground and offer assistance to those in detention.
Our devoted and fully qualified team of in-house lawyers and ex immigration officers, experienced caseworkers and advocates caters for corporate and private immigration applicants and appellants both in the United Kingdom and worldwide.
Please visit our website at www.ilas.org.uk for detailed information about our services.
You may also ring us on (44) (0) 208 539 6611 or alternatively email us on info@ilas.org.uk or ilas@btconnect.com.
Kind regards,
Sylwia Wawrzynczak
On behalf of ILAS (LLP)
Immigration and Legal Advisory Services
Nelson House
341 Lea Bridge Road
London
E10 7LA
