Settling in the UK
Settling in the UK, also known as gaining Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), can provide life-changing stability. It means you can live and work in the UK without a time restriction, and claim public funds if you become unable to work - and it is the necessary step before you can apply for British Citizenship.
The UK government has recently announced radical new restrictions to how migrants and refugees could settle in the UK. While the law has not changed yet, this is the biggest change to ILR policy in generations, and it is important to prepare.
We have built this guide to help you understand if you can settle under the current rules, what could change, and what steps you can take to prepare for these changes. The government has started a public consultation on its new proposals, and everyone can respond by 12 February 2026 - including you.