Continuous period in the UK for settlement as a PBS dependant

[linhlinh]

Hi everyone,

I wanted to ask if there is a specific rule relating to required continuous period of stay for PBS Dependant visa holder to be qualified for Settlement after 5 years. I have yet to hold a dependant visa but I am planning ahead with my partner as I might have to spend sometime out of the country over the next few years due to family commitment. I am aware that the rules might change in the future but thought it's worth having a general idea about it.

Many thanks in advance!

[zimba]

Hi everyone,

I wanted to ask if there is a specific rule relating to required continuous period of stay for PBS Dependant visa holder to be qualified for Settlement after 5 years. I have yet to hold a dependant visa but I am planning ahead with my partner as I might have to spend sometime out of the country over the next few years due to family commitment. I am aware that the rules might change in the future but thought it's worth having a general idea about it.

Many thanks in advance!

If a PBS dependant visa issued after 11 Jan 2018, the usual absence limit of 180 days per year on a rolling basis applies

[linhlinh]

When I apply for settlement, do I need to provide details of any absence (presumably less than 180days) to the HO? Thanks.

[CR001]

Yes, you will be subject to the absence limits and have to provide all your absences in the form for ilr and all your stamped passport pages.

[linhlinh]

Thanks a lot for your reply.