Ready to make the UK your permanent home? The UK Settlement Visa, or Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), opens the door to freedom and stability, letting you live, work, and build your future here without restrictions.

UK Settlement Visa (ILR) explained

The UK Settlement Visa, also known as Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), allows you to live in the UK permanently without visa restrictions. Once approved, you can work, study, and access public benefits freely. It's also the key step before applying for British citizenship.

General requirements for ILR

• Continuous residence: Maximum 180 days absence per year

• Life in the UK Test: Pass the official test about British life

• English language: B1 level certification or UK degree

• Good character: No serious criminal convictions

• No immigration breaches: Maintained lawful status throughout

• Financial requirements: Met salary thresholds (if applicable)

Documents required

• Current passport and all previous passports

• Current BRP card

• Life in the UK test certificate

• English language test certificate

• Employer letter confirming employment

• P60s and payslips for qualifying period

• Evidence of absences from UK

• Police registration certificate (if applicable)

Eligible visa routes for UK Settlement Visa (Indefinite Leave to Remain)

You can apply for UK ILR after the qualifying period on these visas:

• Skilled Worker: After 5 years

• Global Talent: After 3 years (or 5 years)

• Innovator Founder: After 3 years

• UK Spouse/Partner: After 5 years

• UK Ancestry: After 5 years

• Investor: After 2 years (£10m) or 5 years (£2m)

• Long Residence: After 10 years lawful residence

How to apply for UK Settlement Visa (ILR)

Applying for UK Settlement Visa can be complex. Here’s how we help streamline the process:

1. Check eligibility: Ensure you meet all requirements & start your application

2. Pass tests: Complete Life in the UK and English tests

3. Gather documents: Collect all supporting evidence

4. Online application: Complete form through our secure application platform

5. Pay fees: £2,885 application fee

6. Biometric appointment: Book and attend appointment

7. Wait for decision: Usually within 6 months

6 benefits of UK ILR

1. Stay in the UK permanently

2. Work for any employer or be self-employed

3. No more visa renewals

4. Access public funds and services

5. Travel abroad for up to 2 years without losing your status

6. Apply for British citizenship after 12 months