ILR - Where Do I Start?

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ILR - Where Do I Start?

Indefinite Leave to Remain [ILR] is also referred to as Permanent Residency [PR]; and grants the individual and any dependents to remain in the UK indefinitely, together with the ability to live and work in the UK without any of the restrictions that are passed to those who have limited leave to remain.

In order to be considered for indefinite leave to remain, a formal application must be submitted to the Home Office for their consideration, together with the relevant supporting evidence. An application for indefinite leave to remain can be made by post or we can attend the Home Office on your behalf for a same-day application.

There are several different routes in which an individual may qualify for indefinite leave to remain. Some of the most common routes include five years continuous employment, ten years continuous residence, and 14 years continuous residence. It is important to recognise that the Home Office are not under any obligation to grant indefinite leave to remain unless the individual and any dependants can demonstrate that they meet the rules with the most appropriate and relevant supporting evidence.

From April 2007, all applications for indefinite leave to remain must demonstrate that they have passed the ‘knowledge of life in the UK test’ and should be provided with the application. This is a formal and mandatory requirement of the application. Whilst there are certain exemptions for exceptional and compelling cases, this should be seen as the exception, rather than the rule.

A refused application could jeopardise your immigration status and that of your dependents. We are specialists in making applications for indefinite leave to remain to the Home Office. You should always seek professional representation at an early stage to avoid an incorrect application being made. If you provide us with the relevant documentation, we can ensure that you receive the correct advice.

If you wish to discuss this matter in more detail, please complete our Indefinite Leave to Remain form. We will provide you with advice on the relative merits of the case and details of our fees for undertaking this work on your behalf.

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