Qualifying for settlement in the UK after five years? That may no longer be the case.”

Описание: Under proposals announced on the 20th November, the standard route to settlement could double from 5 years to 10 years, with eligibility no longer based on time alone. Instead, settlement would be earned through contribution, including work history, tax and National Insurance payments, English language ability, integration into British society, and good character.

These proposals could affect migrants who arrived in the UK from 2021 onwards, including skilled workers, family visa holders, and those on humanitarian routes. While people who already hold settled status are not affected, anyone still working towards settlement may be assessed under the new earned settlement model once the rules come into force.

The government is also proposing:

Longer settlement routes for migrants who rely on public funds

Severe delays for overstayers and those without lawful status

Faster settlement for doctors, nurses, Global Talent visa holders, entrepreneurs, and high earners

Potential restrictions on access to benefits and social housing, even after settlement

A stronger link between citizenship and public funds

In this Live video , I will go through
✔️ Who is likely to be affected
✔️ Who may qualify for faster settlement
✔️ What “contribution-based settlement” really means in practice
✔️ How transitional arrangements may work for people already in the UK
✔️ What steps migrants should consider now to protect their long-term future
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Live Disclaimer

This live session is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration rules are subject to consultation and change, and individual circumstances differ.