Can Time on Different Visas Count Towards ILR?

In most cases, to be able to obtain ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain - also known as 'Settlement') in the UK, you must have spent a certain number of years in the UK continuously. For example, if you are applying for ILR through the UK Skilled Worker visa route, you must have lived in the UK for 5 years continuously on the date of your application. Some visas, such as the Innovator Founder visa, allow you to apply for ILR after 3 years of continuous residence in the UK. On the other hand, y...

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-June 8 2026

Immigration Audit for Sponsorship Explained

A UK Immigration audit for sponsorship is one of the most effective ways to review whether a business with a sponsorship licence is complying with sponsor duties and the UK immigration laws when hi... READ FULL BLOG

-June 4 2026

Guide to extending your UK Spouse visa

A UK Spouse Visa extension means you want to extend your permission to stay in the UK with the same partner you are married to or in a civil partnership with (when you got your initial spouse visa)... READ FULL BLOG

-June 1 2026

Compassionate and Compelling reasons for absence from the UK in ILR applications

If you want to apply for ILR (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in the UK, you must have spent a certain number of years continuously in the UK (on most visa routes, you need to have lived in the UK for ... READ FULL BLOG

-May 27 2026

Bringing Dependent Children to the UK- Full Guide

A child is generally applicant below under the age of 18 years. A child can enter the UK or apply for leave to remain in different categories of the immigration rules. Generally, it depends on the ... READ FULL BLOG

-May 26 2026

UK Spouse Visa Requirements 2026- Financial Rules Explained

A UK Spouse Visa in 2026 allows you to live with your spouse/partner in the UK for an initial period of 30 months. Your partner in the UK must be a British citizen, an individual with ILR (Indefini... READ FULL BLOG

-May 24 2026

New English language requirements for UK visas in 2026

The English language requirement rules for most UK visas have significantly changed in 2026. This is a step towards allowing migrants who can integrate well in the UK and to help reduce net inward ... READ FULL BLOG

-May 21 2026

Continuous Residence Rules for ILR Applications

Continuous residence rules generally apply to all ILR applications. It is a key requirement and varies depending on which immigration routes you are counting on. For the purpose of ILR (also known ... READ FULL BLOG

-May 18 2026

UK Sponsor Licence Explained

Any UK-based company or organisation looking to employ global talent needs to sponsor the worker. But before one can sponsor, they must be a Home Office-approved sponsor. Those who are not a licenc... READ FULL BLOG

-May 16 2026

Administrative review process step-by-step

No one wants their visa to be refused. But this happens quite often for a variety of reasons. You normally feel disappointed if your application for entry clearance to the UK or permission to stay ... READ FULL BLOG

-May 14 2026

Naturalisation and Good Character Requirement

Becoming a British citizen is a major event in anyone’s life. This is because a British citizen can not only apply for a British passport, but also vote in local or national elections, stand for pu... READ FULL BLOG

-May 6 2026

Deportation Order what grounds to raise

Deportation in the UK is the act of removal of a foreign national from the country in accordance with a DO (Deportation Order). A DO is made after the Secretary of State for the Home Department de... READ FULL BLOG

-May 1 2026

The Return of the “Hostile Environment”? Concerns Over Unfair Home Office Refusals

From 2025 to 2026, the UK Home Office has introduced several tighter controls across the job sponsorship system. While the objective of these changes is to reduce misuse and net inward migration, m... READ FULL BLOG