SETTLEMENT & BRITISH CITIZENSHIP
ILR After 5 Years
About ILR After 5 Years
Many UK visa routes lead to settlement after a continuous qualifying period of leave, commonly five years. This includes skilled workers, partners of British citizens and settled persons, and several other categories. You must show you have remained on the correct route, met any salary, relationship or sponsorship requirements, and passed the English language and Life in the UK tests. Absences from the UK are scrutinised closely. RakLAW Solicitors map your time in the UK against the rules, identify any risk areas and put forward a strong, well-evidenced settlement application.
Who this is for
- Skilled workers completing their qualifying leave
- Spouses and partners of British or settled persons
- Family route applicants reaching settlement stage
- Anyone unsure if absences affect their eligibility
How RakLAW helps
- Audit absences and continuity of lawful leave
- Confirm route-specific eligibility and English requirements
- Draft application and assemble supporting documents
- Represent you in any pre-decision queries or refusals
Speak to a RakLAW solicitor about ILR After 5 Years
Book a confidential consultation with our immigration team. We'll assess your eligibility, talk through the strongest application route, and tell you what evidence you need.
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