Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is normally granted after 5 years on a qualifying visa route. However, people who have lived in the UK lawfully for a long period even if on visas that don’t directly lead to settlement may qualify for ILR under the Long Residence Rule. This rule allows individuals who have built their lives in the UK to gain permanent residence after 10 years of continuous lawful stay.
ILR and Long Residence in the UK
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Home is not just where you live it’s where you build your future. Every year spent here brings you closer to making the UK truly yours.
Continuous Lawful Residence Requirement
Applicants must show they have lived in the UK continuously and lawfully for at least 10 years.
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Types of Visas That Count
Nearly all visa types can count toward the 10 years of lawful residence.
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English Language Requirement
Applicants must meet the English requirement at the ILR stage.
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Good Character Requirement
The Home Office checks that applicants meet the “good character” test.
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Application Process
Applications for ILR on the long residence route are submitted online.
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