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ILR requirements for dependant on a work route

Posted: Wed Feb 12, 2025 9:23 pm
by mugaley
Dear members,

My wife has been living in the UK around last 3 years on a PBS Dependant visa (Skilled worker route). Last year, I got my ILR. I became British citizen this year.

Can she apply for ILR earlier or does she need to wait to complete 5-year period in any case? As I am now a citizen, does it make any difference to her ILR application timeline? Thanks

Re: ILR requirements for dependant on a work route

Posted: Wed Feb 12, 2025 9:35 pm
by CR001
Can she apply for ILR earlier

No. There is no shortcut route.
does she need to wait to complete 5-year period in any case?

Yes. It is 5 years before you can apply for ilr. There is no shorter route.
As I am now a citizen, does it make any difference to her ILR application timeline?

No, not for ILR. It would only benefit your spouse for citizenship.