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Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

When to apply for ILR and which evidence to prepare

Start with the official ILR route finder. Work and family routes, Global Talent and long residence have different qualifying periods and conditions. Five years physically in the country does not itself establish the appropriate route; the…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Counting absences for settlement and British citizenship

Settlement and citizenship cannot be assessed using one universal travel allowance. Appendix Continuous Residence applies to the routes it lists, including Skilled Worker and Global Talent. For many of these routes, the basic limit is 180…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Settlement for dependants when the main applicant gets ILR

The main applicant's ILR does not automatically grant settlement to a partner or children. Each person needs appropriate permission and must meet the relevant conditions. The Skilled Worker family guidance allows eligible family members to…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Travel while an ILR application is being considered

For an in-country settlement application, check the rules of your particular route carefully. The Skilled Worker ILR instructions expressly prohibit travel outside the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man before a decision.…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Does switching visas restart the settlement clock?

The answer depends on the intended settlement route and the capacity in which you held permission. Changing employer within Skilled Worker, moving from Student to Skilled Worker and switching from your own work visa to dependant permission…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Checking whether an immigration rule change applies to you

An immigration story may describe a consultation, political proposal, published amendment or rule already in force. These stages have different planning implications. Start with the official Immigration Rules and your route's appendix…

Questions: Documents and immigrationAcross the UK2 min

Immigration status after separation or divorce

If you have limited permission as a spouse, partner or dependant of another visa holder, separation can affect your basis for remaining in the UK. GOV.UK says you must usually notify the Home Office when the relationship ends. Consider the…

Questions: HealthAcross the UK1 min

Completing a crown on an implant placed abroad

Explain that an implant was placed abroad and you need restoration or crown replacement. Not every practice supports every system. Request an assessment of compatibility and condition before expecting a definitive crown quotation.

Questions: Self-employment and businessAcross the UK1 min

Starting a small UK business importing goods

Start with materials, intended use, composition, origin, manufacturer and selling market. Cosmetics, toys, food and ordinary accessories have different requirements. Obtain a sample, specification and manufacturer documentation before…

Questions: Money and shoppingAcross the UK1 min

VAT and customs charges on shopping delivered to the UK

A website displaying pounds may send goods from another country. Before paying, identify the dispatch country, the seller's legal name and who is responsible for import charges. Request a total including delivery and ask whether taxes and…