The UK settlement visa allows an individual to remain in the UK for as long as they wish. Because there are nearly no restrictions, these visas are commonly sought by anyone who has held a previous long-term visa.
Settling in the UK is a big step to take, and applying for settlement can be a challenge, which is why our solicitors are here for you. We can help you and your family with your UK settlement visa application from start to finish.
How long you must have spent in the UK under the Global Talent visa category will depend on your circumstances. If you have been endorsed under the ‘exceptional talent’ criteria for an endorsing body, under the ‘exceptional promise’ criteria for the endorsing bodies for science, engineering, humanities and medicine, or under the UKRI “endorsed funder” … Continue reading Global Talent Visa ILR →
The UK Ancestry visa is a type of visa that allows Commonwealth and British Overseas citizens with a grandparent who was born in the UK (or the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man) to live, work and study in the UK. Requirements for UK Ancestry ILR In order to apply for settlement or indefinite … Continue reading Ancestry Visa ILR →
Applicants for ILR (indefinite leave to remain) in the innovator visa category must have continually resided in the UK for at least 3 years immediately prior to application. In determining if an applicant meets this requirement for continuous residency, you must be satisfied that the applicant has not had combined absences from the UK in … Continue reading Innovator Visa ILR →
After holding a spouse / civil partner visa in the UK for a consecutive period of 5 years, it is possible to apply for a spouse visa ILR. The leave as a spouse must have been held for a period of exactly 5 years (60 months) before being eligible to apply for indefinite leave to remain. This period … Continue reading Spouse Visa ILR →
To apply to switch from a Skilled Worker Visa to ILR status, you will need to show you in your application that you meet the ILR requirements. For both visa holders and UK sponsors, understanding these rules will be key to ensuring a smooth transition from Skilled Worker to ILR once an applicant has lived … Continue reading Skilled Worker ILR →
If you are a non-UK national and have lived in the United Kingdom continuously and lawfully for 10 years, you may qualify for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK on the basis of long residence. Requirements For 10 Years Long Residence ILR In order to make a successful application for indefinite leave to … Continue reading Long Residence ILR →
Many different types of immigration visas can lead to ILR including Spouse Visas, Innovator Visas and the Skilled Worker Visa. Indefinite Leave to Remain enables a person to live in the UK without any restrictions and is the first step towards naturalisation. Indefinite Leave to Remain requirements and eligibility The specific requirements differ depending on the particular circumstances … Continue reading Indefinite Leave to Remain →
You can apply for a UK settlement visa if you have been in the UK for five or more years on a different type of visa, such as a work, study or business visa. You can also apply for settlement if you are from the EEA or Switzerland and have lived here for the same amount of time.
If you would like some expert advice to find out if you’re eligible, get in touch with our Manchester team today for a 30-minute consultation by sending over your contact details today.
The UK settlement visa allows an individual to remain in the UK for as long as they wish. Because there are nearly no restrictions, these visas are commonly sought by anyone who has held a previous long-term visa.
Once you’ve lived in the UK for at least a year on a settlement visa, you will be eligible to apply for British citizenship.
Our immigration advisers regularly advise and assist indefinite leave to remain to settle in the UK, with their family members.
Whether you require expert advice on the requirements of the Immigration Rules, an independent assessment of your prospects of qualifying for a visa or professional assistance with preparing an immigration application, our immigration barristers can help.
We pride ourselves on being approachable and proactive in understanding and meeting our client’s needs. We are a highly driven team, dedicated to providing clear and reliable immigration advice to family members of British and settled persons as part of a professional and friendly service.
Cartier Enterprises assists international clients in obtaining UK visas, residence and citizenship under the respective programs. Contact us to arrange an initial private consultation.
