Settlement Visa

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Settling permanently in the UK

Settlement is often referred to as indefinite leave to remain (ILR). It is a pivotal step and end goal for a number of foreign immigrants including international students, civil partners, spouses, skilled workers, business entrepreneurs and investors. Ultimately, it’s a pathway toward naturalization and getting full British Citizenship. In most circumstances, an individual can apply after five years of continuous residence. In some cases, this can be reduced to 2 years. Whether one can apply after 2/5 years depending on the route of immigration an applicant has taken to come to the UK. If an individual has been in the UK lawfully for a continuous 10-year period, they may also qualify under the long residence provision. If you would like to know more about the process of applying for settlement/ILR contact us today. We promise to provide you with clear and transparent advice about all options that may be available to you.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

Commonly, to qualify for ILR/Settlement an individual will need to:

⦁  Take and pass the Standard English language requirements
⦁  Lawfully reside in the UK for the minimum qualifying period as set out by the Home Office (UK Immigration policy)
⦁  Satisfy the ‘character suitability’ requirements—have no criminal record or have not breached any immigration law during your stay in the UK
⦁  Meet the 180-day limit i.e. you must not stay outside the UK for more than 180-days and in a consecutive 12-month period
⦁  Pass the ‘Life in UK test’