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How to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?
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What is Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?
Indefinite leave to remain (ILR) is the option that allows a person to live in Britain indefinitely, also known as permanent residency. Should your application for Indefinite leave remain successful you are free to travel outside the United Kingdom as you are given a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP). This is referred to as a “Settlement Visa UK” or “Indefinite Leave to Remain in the United Kingdom.” It is the final need for any non-UK national or citizen who wishes to apply for British citizenship. An indefinite leave-to-remain holder is no longer subject to immigration control in the United Kingdom, and there are no restrictions to meet in terms of living, working, and so on. Indefinite leave-to-remain holders have many of the same rights and freedoms as UK residents or British citizens.
Why apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)?
ILR Eligibility and Requirements.
Two years (5 years if application was made after 9th July 2012) settlement is required if you have been in the UK with a Marriage Visa or an un-married partner.
Students are excluded from applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) unless they have completed 10 years of legal residence.
For eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain you must provide UK visas and immigration evidence such as:
- You must show evidence that you have lawfully resided in the United Kingdom for the relevant period.
- You must demonstrate that you have not exceeded the allowed absences of 180 days from the United Kingdom for every 12 months of your qualifying period.
- A Life in the UK test must be passed.
- A required standard of English must be provided which is at least B1 level.
- You must not have received any criminal convictions or breaches of your immigration status unless the allocated time has passed depending on your sentence.
Our years of expertise can handle, book and provide evidence to help you meet all these criteria as well as advise you on any personal circumstances that may affect your application.
To check if you pass any of the above qualifications, contact us on +447450450292 or make a Free Online Enquiry and our Immigration Lawyers will be happy to assist you
ILR Eligibility and Requirements.
How Long Can I Stay In The UK?
Usually, the time you spend in the UK on a long-term visa will usually count toward meeting the residency criteria for Indefinite Leave to Remain and British citizenship. These includes,
- Spouse visa / Unmarried partner visa (after 2 years for visas issued prior to 9 July 2012)
- Tier 1 visa / UK work permit (after 5 years)
- UK ancestry visa (after 5 years)
- EU nationals and dependents (after 5 years)
- Long residence (after 10 years legal residency in the UK)
Short-term visas/immigration permissions, such as Temporary Work Visas or Standard Visitor Visas, do not count toward the UK ILR minimum resident requirements or permanent residence.
Which visas are exempt from the Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) five-year residency rule?
- Exceptional Talent Visa – Eligible after three years if the most recent endorsement was given under the “exceptional talent” or “exceptional promise” criteria for the Royal Society, Royal Academy of Engineering, or British Academy.
- Investor Visa – Depending on the amount of investments made – Eligible after 2 or 3 years
- Global Talent Visa – If the latest endorsement was provided under the “exceptional talent” or “exceptional promise” criteria, or under the UK Research and Innovation “endorsed funder” fast track criteria, then these visas are eligible after three years.
- Entrepreneur Visa – Depending on the business activity, eligible begins after 3 years,
- Innovator Visa – Depending on the achievements of the business, eligible after three years.
How can I avoid my indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Application Form Being Rejected
Being a complicated application, by contacting our Immigration Lawyers at Expert Visa Consultants Immigration consultancy, you will have a better chance of getting ILR and avoiding mistakes that could result in your application being denied. Our knowledgeable and experienced Immigration Lawyers can advise you on your eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain and the standards you must meet. We will analyze your specific circumstances and provide tailored counsel to assist you in achieving settled status.
How can we help you?
- A detailed assessment of your personal circumstances
- Ensure that you have the correct documentation to strengthen your case
- The completion of your Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application
- Submission of your Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application
- Contact you with the confirmation of your Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application
- Speak to our specialist immigration advisors who have expert knowledge.
