India, Nov. 3 -- There have been major changes to the immigration system concerning the requirement of ILR because of the new way to apply for ILR called earned settlement. As announced by the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood on November 2, 2026, most immigrants will be required to spend more time waiting before they apply for permanent settlement in the UK.

What Is the New Earned Settlement System?

The earned settlement system is designed to make permanent residence dependent on more than simply completing a set number of years in the UK. Under the newly announced framework, applicants will need to satisfy baseline requirements and demonstrate their contribution to the country. The government says the approach will consider four key area...