Long residence applications
At Amicis Legal Services Ltd, we specialize in guiding migrants on their journey to achieving Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) in the UK based on a 10-year continuous lawful residence. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping you understand the complex requirements and ensuring a successful ILR application.
To qualify for ILR based on a 10-year continuous lawful residence, you must have lived lawfully in the UK for 10 consecutive years under any combination of UK visas, such as the Global Talent Visa, Post Study Work Visa, Tier 2 (General work) visa, and more.
The rules for continuous lawful residence are stringent. During the 10-year period, you should not have spent more than a total of 18 months (540 days) outside the UK, and no more than 6 months at any one time.
Applying for ILR on a 10-Year Basis
- Current Leave to Remain: You should currently have leave to remain in one of the UK immigration categories.
- 10-Year Continuous Lawful Residence: You must have lawfully lived in the UK for 10 consecutive years.
- English Language Skills: You must pass the Life in the UK Test and demonstrate sufficient English language skills.
- Compliance with Immigration Laws: You should not have breached any immigration laws and must have maintained the terms of your UK visa.
- No Public Interest Reasons: There should be no public interest reasons that would make it undesirable to grant you ILR.
Continuous 10-Year Lawful Residence
- You have not been outside the UK for more than 18 months (540 days in total).
- You have maintained valid leave to remain under any immigration category.
- You have not been outside the UK for more than 6 months on any single occasion.
- Your departure from the UK did not demonstrate a clear intention or evidence of not returning to the UK.
- You have not left the UK with a refusal of leave to enter or remain.
- You have not been removed or deported from the UK.
English Language Requirements for ILR on a 10-Year Basis
- Obtain a speaking and listening qualification at B1 level.
- Hold a degree-level qualification taught or researched in English.
- Be an original national of an English-speaking country.
Excess Absences for 10-Year ILR Application
If your absences exceed 540 days during the 10-year period, the Home Office may exercise discretion based on specific circumstances:
- The Home Office considers when the long absence(s) occurred and how soon you can meet the requirement.
- Compelling reasons, such as unavoidable circumstances preventing your return to the UK, may be considered.
Subject Access Request (SAR) for 10-Year ILR Applications
If you have insufficient records of absences from the UK, you can submit a subject access request to the Home Office to assist in preparing a complete list.
When to Apply for 10-Year ILR?
You should apply for ILR before the expiry of your current leave to remain, but not more than 28 days before completing the 10-year qualifying period.
Documents Required for ILR 10-Year Application
For a valid ILR application based on 10 years, you will generally need:
- Current Passport or valid travel ID
- Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) if applicable
- Two identical passport size color photographs
- Police registration certificate (if applicable)
- Other supporting documents based on your situation, accompanied by certified English translations if necessary.
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