It usually takes 6 months to get a decision on an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application. Individuals can apply from different UK visa routes that lead to an ILR. With an ILR, you can indefinitely live and work in the UK without restrictions. Those who fulfill the minimum residency requirement in the country, along with other criteria, are granted an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR). The ILR application fee costs around £2,885 per person with no standard processing time. However, a decision can be expected on your application in 6 months on average.
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Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) Processing Times
It usually takes around six months to decide on an Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) application. The processing time may vary if the submitted documents lack verification or due to other circumstances. You can also opt for ILR Priority and Super Priority processing as required.
ILR Priority Processing
With ILR priority processing, you can expect to receive a decision within five working days. The five days will be counted from the visa appointment date or the day after all the documents are submitted and uploaded online. Individuals must pay an additional fee of £500 with the ILR application fee.
The total cost for the ILR priority processing is around £3,385 (£500 +£2,885).
ILR Super Priority Processing
The super priority processing is for those who wish to receive a decision within one working day. The time will be counted after the visa appointment date or within 48 hours if it is on the weekend. Individuals must pay an additional fee of £1,000 with the ILR application fee. The total cost for the ILR priority processing is around £3,885 (£1,000 +£2,885).
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What are the factors that affect the ILR processing time?
Here are some of the reasons that could delay or affect the ILR processing time:
- The complexity of your application
- Lack of sufficient documentation
- If you are required to attend an interview with the officials
- Documents that are submitted without prior verification
- Total volume of ILR applications
- Other circumstances (including having a criminal record or being convicted of a crime)
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