Becoming A Permanent UK Resident: Why and How
If you have been living and working in the UK for a while now, and you would like to become a permanent resident in London, it is important to have some knowledge of the laws surrounding permanent residency so you can have the best chance of getting your application approved.
One of the best reasons to consider applying to be a permanent resident in London is to avoid the trouble and hassle that come with temporary visas. When you have a temporary visa, whether it lasts one year or five years, you have to constantly be thinking about when the deadlines are for obtaining extensions, what paperwork is needed, and whether your application will be denied, resulting in your deportation. Once you become a permanent resident, you no longer have to worry about visa extensions, and you can relax knowing that you will not be deported for an expired visa.
Another reason many people consider permanent residency is the ability to move jobs, switch employers, and change careers. If you are working in the UK on a work permit or other work-related visa, there are probably restrictions on what jobs you are eligible to hold. If you are tired of being tied to the same employer or industry, these restrictions will be removed when you become a permanent resident in London.
There is also no limit on the length of time you can stay in the UK if you are a permanent resident in London. That means no more worrying about whether you have overstayed your visa, whether you will be deported, or when you are required to leave.
If you are ready to apply for permanent residency, there are a few things you should be prepared to show in order to increase your chances of being approved to stay in the country. First, you will need to have passed the Life in the UK test. Next, you should be able to show that you are able to support yourself and any dependents you have with you—you do not necessarily have to be working to show this, but if you are not working you should be able to provide documentation that you will not become an undue burden on other UK residents. You should also be prepared to show that you have adequate accommodations for you and your family, again so that you are unlikely to become a burden on other UK citizens.
With all of this information in place, you should be prepared to start your new life as a permanent resident of the UK. Hiring an immigration professional can be a great first step in the process.
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