After living in England for nearly 7 years my family moved back to Spain and I am now finishing my A level studies here. My dad has UK citizenship and is working for a hospital in the UK although he is living with us in Spain. He is continuing paying taxes as if we were still living in the UK. I was wondering if I would be eligible for a maintenance loan? I know it says I must have been living in England for 3 years prior to the start of my course but does that mean the immediate 3 years before I start my course?