Overview
Settlement / Permanent Residence is for applicants who become eligible for long-term status after meeting the conditions of their route (for example, completing the required time period and meeting eligibility requirements such as lawful residence and evidence standards).
Who this route is for
- Applicants who have completed the required time on an eligible route
- People applying for long-term status based on meeting route conditions (route-dependent)
What you typically need
- Proof of lawful residence and qualifying time period
- Evidence that you continue to meet route requirements
- Identity documents and supporting evidence based on your route history
Common supporting documents
- Current and previous passports/visas (where relevant)
- Evidence of residence history in the UK
- Financial and relationship evidence (if required by your route)
- Any route-specific documents supporting eligibility
How we help
We review your timeline and route history, prepare a clear eligibility file, and help ensure your documents match the route requirements before submission.