Long Residence Applications

Long Residence Applications

10-years Long Residence

Applications for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) on the basis of 10 years long residence provides a route to settlement based on 10 years of continuous lawful residence in the UK. Lumine Solicitors can advice and guide you through applications for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) based on 10 years of long residence.

REQUIREMENTS FOR 10 YEAR LONG RESIDENCE

The following are a few of the requirements you must meet to be granted indefinite leave on the basis of 10 years long residence:

  • You have at least 10 years of continuous lawful residence in the UK
  • There must be no reason why granting leave is against the public interest
  • You must have the required knowledge of English language and life in the UK
  • You must not fall for refusal under the general grounds for refusal
  • You must not have breached UK immigration laws

20-YEARS LONG RESIDENCE

The 20 years long residence applications are made on the basis of private life in the UK.  You are not required to have legally resided in the UK for the 20 year rule to apply. Instead, you must have resided in the UK continuously over a 20 year period.

REQUIREMENTS FOR 20 YEAR LONG RESIDENCE

The following are a few of the requirements the must meet to be granted indefinite leave on the basis of 20 years long residence:

  • you must have continuous residence (residence in the UK for a unbroken period) for 20 years
  • you must meet the suitability requirement of the immigration rules and not fall under grounds for refusal

How Can Lumine Solicitors Help?

At lumine solicitors we offer expert advice to you on the application process for long residence, as well as review your residential history to determine whether you qualify, gather all the complex evidential requirements, and arrange an appointment for you at the Home for your biometrics.

For all immigration matters, Please do not hesitate to get in touch on 020 3950 2246 or Contact Us HERE