Permanent residence
You have lived and worked somewhere for a while and want to stay for good. We map the time, residence and paperwork rules against your own dates.
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What we do, and what you do
We count the days you have spent inside and outside the country, check your status history, and set out anything you still need before you become eligible.
When you are ready, we prepare the application and a covering letter that sets out your evidence, step by step, for whoever decides it.
What you’ll usually need
A starting list, not the final one. Your document plan will be written for your case.
Current and previous visas
Travel history with dates
Employment or income records
Evidence of where you have lived
Police certificates, when asked
What can change the outcome
Time spent outside the country, breaks in status and incomplete records are the usual issues. We check these against your own dates first.
This page is general information, not advice about your case. We’ll tell you what applies to you at your first meeting.
Common questions about this pathway
Something else on your mind? Ask it in your first meeting, or send it to us any time.
Do trips abroad count against me?
They can. Many routes limit how long you spend outside the country. We check your travel history against the rules before you apply.
Can I apply before my current visa ends?
Usually you should, and often you must. We set out the timing so there’s no gap in your status.
Five steps from first meeting to decision
The same process for every pathway: one adviser, a written plan, and no surprises on the bill.