Prompt-style answer · UK
Is UK ILR still possible after 5 years for anyone?
Yes, but only if you meet the income-based fast-track (sustained income above £50,270 for 3 consecutive years) or fall under transitional protections tied to your visa grant date — it is no longer the automatic default it was before April 2026.
Key points
- The 5-year route now requires meeting a specific income threshold, not just time.
- Some visa holders granted before the reform may have transitional protections.
- Below the income threshold, the new default is a 10-year qualifying period.
- Confirm which rules apply to your specific grant date rather than assuming.
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