ILR Guides

In-depth guides covering fees, requirements, the application process, and absence rules.

Earned Settlement

Is the proposed 10-year ILR rule law yet? Current status, who is affected, and an estimator tool.

Current application, priority, and associated costs for 2026.

Who qualifies for a fee waiver, how to apply, and what happens to priority fees.

Step-by-step process from start to decision.

Eligibility criteria and qualifying conditions.

Continuous residence and the 180-day absence limit.

Complete ILR document checklist organised by visa route.

Naturalisation timeline, the 12-month wait, the spouse exception, and a calculator.

The 10-year continuous lawful residence route and how it differs from 5-year routes.