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You can apply for UK Indefinite Leave To Remain (ILR) if you are the partner of a person who is already settled in the UK or a British citizen.
What is Indefinite Leave To Remain
Indefinite Leave To Remain, also known as Settlement, is a status granted to migrants that provides freedom to live and work in the UK unrestricted by the length of stay and without Immigration limitations.
Eligibility Requirement For SET-M
If you have resided in the UK with your spouse/partner in the UK for a continuous period of 5 years, you should be eligible to apply for ILR. You should not apply for ILR more than 28 days before completing 5 years as a spousal visa holder.
Partner meaning married, civil, unmarried same-sex partner of a British citizen or settled person. You must also plan on living with your UK partner.
What are the Continuous Residency Requirements?
To be eligible for ILR, you must meet the continuous residency requirements. This means that you cannot have been outside the UK for more than 180 days in a 12-month period.
What Documents Do I Need to Provide When Applying for SET-M?
You will need to provide the following documents when applying for ILR
Your passport;
Evidence of your current leave to remain (i.e. your visa);
Proof of any absences from the UK;
Residence Proof of the last 5 years
Payslips from your employer to prove you meet the minimum income requirements,
