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Long Residence ILR

10-Year Long Residence Route

Reward for Your Commitment to Life in the UK

Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) – 10-Year Long Residence Route

Comprehensive Legal Support from London’s Leading Solicitors

If you have spent 10 years lawfully and continuously in the UK, you may be eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) under the Long Residence Rule. This route acknowledges individuals who have built their lives in the UK over a decade — whether through a mix of visas or consistent lawful residence under a single category.

At Right Law Solicitors, we understand the complexities of long residence applications, especially where there are gaps in immigration history, changes in visa types, or issues with continuity. Our expert team will handle your ILR case with precision, legal insight, and the utmost care to ensure your journey to settlement is a success.

What Is the Long Residence ILR Route?

The Long Residence ILR route is based on 10 years of continuous and lawful residence in the UK. It allows individuals, regardless of the type of visas held over the decade, to apply for permanent status — even if they don’t qualify under a specific visa category.

It is one of the few routes that considers your overall time in the UK, rather than your visa type.

Eligibility Criteria

  • 10 years of continuous and lawful residence in the UK
  • No significant gaps in residence (max 180 days per trip or 540 total)
  • Hold valid leave at time of application
  • No breaches of immigration law
  • Pass the Life in the UK Test
  • Meet the English language requirement (B1 or equivalent)

Types of Visas That Count Towards Long Residence

  • Student visa (Tier 4)
  • Tier 2 / Skilled Worker
  • Dependant visas
  • Family visas (spouse/partner/child)
  • Visitor visa (rare, if extended lawfully)
  • Asylum or humanitarian protection
  • Any other valid leave under immigration rules

What Breaks Continuous Residence?

  • Over 180 days outside the UK in one trip
  • Over 540 days outside the UK in total
  • Overstaying more than 28 days (pre-2016) or any period (post-2016) unless exceptional

We carefully review travel history, visa dates, and records to determine the safest time to apply.

How We Help at Right Law Solicitors

Detailed Case Audit

We examine your entire UK immigration history and travel records.

Document Preparation

We compile SAR files, entry/exit records and visa history.

Addressing Gaps or Errors

We prepare legal representations to explain gaps or correct discrepancies.

Life in the UK & English Support

Guidance with test bookings and compliance with requirements.

Our Pricing

We offer fixed fees for Long Residence ILR applications.

Service Fixed Fee (Excl. VAT)
Long Residence ILR Application (Standard) £1,400
Complex Long Residence Case £1,600 – £1,800
SAR Review & History Audit Only £350
Document Check Service £450

Initial Consultation Fee: £100 (deductible if you proceed)

Why Choose Right Law Solicitors?

  • Long Residence Experts – Decades of ILR experience
  • Meticulous History Review – Prevent refusals
  • Clear Legal Representation – Strong cover letters highlighting compliance
  • Fixed Fees, No Surprises – Transparent and reliable
  • Ongoing Advice – From ILR to citizenship

Act with Confidence – Start Your ILR Application Today

Don’t risk delays or refusal. We’ll prepare your application to meet Home Office standards.

  • Standard: 8–12 weeks
  • Priority: 5 working days
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Key Stages and Time Scale

  1. Consultation & Eligibility Check → 1–2 working days
  2. SAR Request & History Review → 7–10 working days
  3. Application Preparation & Submission → 3–5 working days after docs ready
  4. Biometrics & Upload → As scheduled by UKVCAS
  5. Decision → Standard: 8–12 weeks | Priority: 5 days
  6. Post-ILR Support → BRP updates, citizenship planning, dependants

Is the Long Residence Route Right for You?

If you have complex travel history or gaps, we advise the safest time and strategy for applying.

  • Absence and overstaying analysis
  • Combining visas across 10 years
  • Future planning for British citizenship

Our team is ready to support you throughout the process

One of our specialist will contact you by the end of the next business day.

Please contact us:

+44 020 3372 5360

info@rightlawsolicitors.co.uk