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Apply for indefinite leave to remain ('settlement') if you have a Skilled Worker, T2 or tier 2 visa - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.

• Overview

  You may be able to settle permanently in the UK if you have one of the…

• Time in the UK

  You must have lived in the UK for 5 years before you can apply for…

• Salary requirements

  You need to be paid at least a minimum salary if you hold a T2, Skilled…

• Your family members

  You can include your partner and children on your application if they’re…

• How to apply

  You must apply online. Once you’ve started your application, you can save…

• After you apply

  You’ll be asked to make an appointment at a UK Visa and Citizenship…

This series brings together all documents relating to Household characteristics

• Updated: 14 November 2012

Apply for indefinite leave to remain on the basis of your private life - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.

The EU Settlement Scheme for EU citizens and their families to remain in the UK after it leaves the EU ('Brexit'): who's eligible, how to apply, how much it costs.

Apply to stay in the UK without time restrictions ('indefinite leave to remain') after being in the UK for 10 years - eligibility, documents you need, how to apply, family members.

What to do before you apply, and how to apply for a licence yourself or through your employer.

• Updated: 2 October 2025

Advice for medical professionals to follow when assessing drivers with diabetes mellitus.

• Updated: 26 September 2025

Indefinite leave to remain ('settlement') if you have a partner, parent, child or relative in the UK - fees, who's eligible, how to apply.

Information on how to apply for the Affordable Homes Programme 2021 to 2026.

• Updated: 6 August 2025