Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is commonly known as ‘Permanent Residency’. Applicants who have lived legally in the UK for a certain length of time, they may be able to apply for permission to settle here. This is known as ‘Indefinite Leave to Remain’. It is the last step for any non UK national/citizen, to fulfil, before becoming eligible to apply for a British Passport.
Work Route leading to ILR UK:
This category is designed for applicants who have spent 5 years on the work categories including Tier 1 (General), Tier 2 (General), Ancestry visa etc.
Family Route leading to ILR UK:
This category is for applicants who have spent in the UK for 2 years (if initial partner visa was applied prior to 9th July 2012) or for 5 years (if the initial partner visa was applied on or after 9th July 2012) as a partner of a British National or Settled person or as a PBS dependant, except for EEA family members who need to spent 5 years.
Long Residency:
This category allows applicant who have spent at least 10 years as lawful residence in the UK.