Indefinite Leave to Remain

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) lets you live and work in the UK permanently, without immigration time limits. It is usually the final step before British citizenship.

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Who this visa is for

  • You have completed a qualifying period of residence, usually five years on a work or family route, or ten years of continuous lawful residence.
  • You have kept to the conditions of your visa throughout your stay.
  • You want to settle in the UK permanently.

Key requirements

  • You must not have spent more than the permitted number of days outside the UK during your qualifying period.
  • Pass the Life in the UK test.
  • Meet the English language requirement.
  • Continue to meet the salary or financial rules of your route, where they apply.

Documents usually needed

Passport, BRP/eVisa, Life in the UK test, residence evidence.

How we help

  • Check your travel history against the absence rules before you apply.
  • Confirm which qualifying period and route applies to you.
  • Prepare your application and evidence of residence.
  • Advise on timing so you do not lose your qualifying years.

Read the official guidance on GOV.UK.

Legal fees

Indefinite Leave to Remain Applications

SET M on employment route
£800.00 + VAT
SET M if combining salaries of Applicant and Spouse
£800.00 + VAT
SET M if exempt and receiving UK welfare benefits
£800.00 + VAT
SET M if on self-employment route
£800.00 + VAT
SET M if Director of a specified company
£800.00 + VAT
Long Residency Applications
£800.00 + VAT
6 years DLR Applications
£800.00 + VAT
5 years of refugee status
£800.00 + VAT
Domestic Violence Settlement Applications
£800.00 + VAT

VAT is shown where specified. Please confirm VAT, Home Office charges and any additional costs in your full quote.

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