UK Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) – apply for indefinite leave to remain

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), also known as Permanent Residence, grants individuals the right to live and work in the UK free from immigration restrictions. The qualification criteria for ILR vary depending on the type of visa status you have held in the UK.

The following table provides a guide to the minimum period of stay within the UK required to qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain. You can combine different visa types to meet the qualifying period. For instance, you might have entered the UK with a Tier 2 Work Permit and then switched to a Tier 1 General Visa. Both periods count toward the qualifying period.

Status (Type of Visa)Qualifying PeriodAncestry5 years Work permit5 yearsInvestors5 years Writers, composers, and artists5 years Sole representatives5 years To establish in business5 years Unmarried partners5 yearsMarriage5 years legal  stay on any basis20 years (14 years in some cases)Legal stay on any basis10 years

Indefinite Leave to Remain removes all immigration-based restrictions in the UK. During the qualifying period, you should aim not to be outside the UK for more than 90 days in any 12-month period. However, exceptions exist for periods outside the UK related to UK employment or specific visa types that allow for longer absences.

In addition to meeting the minimum period of stay, certain visa categories have additional economic activity requirements when applying for Indefinite Leave to Remain:

• Tier 1 General visa holders must demonstrate they meet the points threshold similar to their visa extension requirements.
• Tier 2 Visa holders must prove they have earned at least the salary specified in their most recent Tier 2 Visa application.

All ILR applicants must:

• Pass the Knowledge of Life in the UK Test;
• Be free from any unspent convictions under the Criminality section.

After one year of holding Permanent Residence (ILR), you can apply for British Citizenship.

Applications for Indefinite Leave to Remain submitted by post can take up to 6 months to process, and your passport will be retained during this time. If you need a faster decision, you can book an appointment to expedite your application.

At Takeoff Immigration and Visa, we assess all the relevant information related to your case, ensuring every aspect is considered. Each case is unique, so it's crucial to fully analyze your individual circumstances before moving forward. Only then will we inform you of the next steps and assign you a Senior Legal Caseworker.

The collation of documents is vital to strengthening and validating your UK Visa application. Our Senior Caseworker will provide you with access to a unique Case Management System, allowing you to send important documents from the comfort of your home or office at any time—no need for appointments.

Once the documents are compiled, our Senior Caseworker will apply legal representation based on the latest UK immigration rules, potentially making the difference between an accepted or rejected application. Our Barristers use their extensive experience from thousands of successful visa applications to present your case in the best light.

The Home Office bases its decisions on the documents and legal representations submitted, so it’s essential that the materials your Senior Caseworker provides include all relevant facts about your case, strengthened by current UK Immigration Law.

Once your application is submitted, our Senior Caseworker will monitor its progress with the decision-making body and update you regularly. You'll be notified immediately upon the outcome of your UK Visa application.

If you're ready to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain or have any questions, contact Takeoff Immigration and Visa today for expert assistance.

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