PrabhakaranVijayakumar

Are you currently on a Skilled Worker visa in the UK but considering switching to a Dependent visa? One of the most important questions you need to ask is:Will switching affect your path to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR)? In this blog, we’ll break down everything you need to know about how changing your immigration […]

Many people enter the UK on a dependent visa—whether as the spouse, partner, or child of a primary visa holder. While a dependent visa offers certain rights, such as the ability to live, work, or study in the UK, many dependents eventually ask: Can I switch to a Skilled Worker visa or apply for Indefinite

In 2025, the United Kingdom introduced a dramatic shift in its immigration and naturalization policy—extending the residency requirement for British citizenship from 5 years to 10 years for most migrants. This new rule is part of a broader strategy aimed at reducing net migration and tightening settlement routes, but it also brings profound implications for