Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is a UK immigration status that allows you to live and work in the UK permanently without any time limit or visa restrictions. ILR is also commonly called permanent residency or settlement in the UK.

Once you are granted ILR:
✔ You can stay in the UK permanently.
✔ You can work freely without a work permit.
✔ You can study or run a business.
✔ You can access public services where eligible.

Who Can Apply for ILR?

To qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain, you must first live in the UK under a visa route that leads to settlement and meet the specific requirements of that route. Common visa routes that can lead to ILR include:

• Spouse / Partner Visa, usually after 5 years.
• Work Visas (Skilled Worker), usually after 5 years.
• Ancestry Visa, usually after 5 years.
• Long Residence Route, after 10 years of continuous lawful residence in the UK.

Important Points

• ILR gives you permanent permission to stay in the UK with no time limit.
• ILR can be lost if you stay outside the UK for more than 2 continuous years.
• Serious criminal convictions or immigration violations may also affect your ILR status.
• After holding ILR for 12 months, you may be eligible to apply for British citizenship, if you meet the requirements.

Application Details

• You should normally apply for ILR within the last 28 days before your current visa expires.
• If you have dependents (spouse/children) eligible for ILR, they should be included in the application.
• You must meet specific residence, language, and life in the UK test requirements as part of the application.

How Visa Wise Consultants & Lawyers Can Help

Visa Wise Consultants & Lawyers assist you with the entire ILR application process, including:

• Reviewing your eligibility.
• Preparing supporting documents.
• Completing and submitting your application.
• Guiding every step for a successful outcome.

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