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New Visa Rules: 10-Year Residency Linked to Contributions

11/14/2025

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Proposals to be unveiled by Ms. Mahmood would raise Indefinite Leave to Remain residency from five to ten years and tie eligibility to National Insurance payments, self-sufficiency, a clean criminal record, volunteering, and English proficiency.
Migrants from the Boriswave may face similar requirements, while Hong Kongers under the British National (Overseas) route may be exempt.
Officials cite a financial impact, noting more than 1.2 million people already claim Universal Credit.

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Proposals to be unveiled by Ms. Mahmood would raise Indefinite Leave to Remain residency from five to ten years and tie eligibility to National Insurance payments, self-sufficiency, a clean criminal record, volunteering, and English proficiency.
Migrants from the Boriswave may face similar requirements, while Hong Kongers under the British National (Overseas) route may be exempt.
Officials cite a financial impact, noting more than 1.2 million people already claim Universal Credit.