Indefinite leave to remain if you바카라 사이트™ve been in the UK for 10 years (long residence)

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Apply for leave to remain (extend your stay)

You must .

Once you바카라 사이트™ve started your application, you can save your form and complete it later.

Providing biometric information and supporting documents

You바카라 사이트™ll need to book an appointment to provide your biometric information (fingerprints and a photo) and have your supporting documents checked. You바카라 사이트™ll be told how to do this when you apply.

Children under the age of 6 do not need to provide biometric information.

You must not travel outside of the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man until you get a decision. Your application will be withdrawn if you do.

When to apply

You can submit your application as soon as you meet all the eligibility requirements - you do not need to wait until your current visa expires.

You must be in the UK to apply.

How long it takes

You바카라 사이트™ll be told whether your application has been successful within 8 weeks.

You바카라 사이트™ll be contacted if your application is complex and will take longer, for example:

  • if your supporting documents need to be verified
  • if you need to attend an interview
  • because of your personal circumstances, for example if you have a criminal conviction

Get help to apply online

You can get help with completing the online form if you:

  • do not feel confident using a computer or mobile device
  • do not have internet access

You can only use this service if you바카라 사이트™re applying to extend your visa in the UK.

You cannot get immigration advice through this service.