Immigration Info Corner

For Commonwealth citizens with a grandparent born in the UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man. Five years’ permission, full work rights, and a route to settlement.

Length of Permission:

5 years

Dependants Allowed:

Yes

Route to Settlement:

Yes

For a person who previously held settlement in the UK, lost it through absence abroad, and now wishes to return to the UK for settlement.

Where to Apply:

Outside the UK

Dependants Allowed:

No

Route to Settlement:

Yes

For international students who have completed an eligible UK bachelor’s degree-level qualification or above. Stay on to work or look for work with no job offer and no sponsorship required.

Length of Permission:

2 years

Sponsorship Required:

No

Route to Settlement:

No

Dependants Allowed:

Existing only

For adults who require long-term personal care because of age, illness or disability and wish to join a qualifying close relative in the UK.

Length of Permission:

Depends on sponsor

Route to Settlement:

Yes