Hello, I am having trouble finding this information on the UKBA website and am wondering if you could help me with my question. I have recently been issued my UK Ancestry visa and would like to know how long I can spend outside the UK while still being eligible for ILR status once my 5 years has ...

Thanks very much for all your answers, these are helpful.

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Hello, I am a Canadian citizen looking to apply for an Ancestry visa (both my grandparents are British). My question is in regards to the 5 year limit on the visa. I am wondering when the 5 year period begins - is it when the visa application is accepted? Or is it when I first enter the country ...