UK Earned Settlement: ILR Reform Explained
The UK Government has launched a public consultation examining whether to overhaul the way migrants qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The package of ideas is presented under the heading “earned settlement” and would, if ever implemented, move the system away from the familiar five-year routes that currently apply to most work and family […]
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) UK Guide 2025
What this article is about: This guide sets out the current UK rules on Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), including who qualifies, how continuous residence and absences are assessed, Knowledge of Language and Life in the UK (KoLL) requirements, suitability and refusal grounds, the application process, fees and timelines, dependants, proving and keeping ILR, and […]