Settlement

After you have lived legally in the UK for a certain length of time, you may be able to apply for permission to settle here. This is known as 'indefinite leave to remain'.

Your right to apply for settlement will depend on your current immigration category. You should read the section for your category (in Working in the UK, Partners and family members or Asylum) to find out whether and when you can currently apply for settlement.

If you are considering applying for settlement in the future, please note that the Immigration Rules are subject to change. You must meet all the requirements of the Immigration Rules at the time when you make your application.

Most applicants for settlement must show that they have a knowledge of language and life in the UK.

Useful Links

UKBA Settling in the UK Policy

What is my immigration status while my application is being decided?

If you make an application before your authorised stay ends, your existing immigration status will continue until your application is decided, even if the decision is not made until after the end of your permitted stay. If your existing visa or other permission to stay here allows you to work, you can continue to do so until your case is decided.

Useful Tools

UKBA - Find the right form

This tool helps you to identify the application form you need to complete if you want to apply for permission to settle permanently in the UK. This tool will give you a direct link to an application form and detailed guidance notes.

Last edited Sep 07, 2011

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