This application is submitted online using the SET (M) form and is reviewed by the Home Office UKVI according to the requirements outlined in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. For expedited processing, you can use the Super Priority Service to receive a decision within 24 hours.

Expert Solicitors for ILR as an Unmarried Partner (5-Year Route)

Our team of family visa solicitors offers expert advice and representation for your ILR application as an unmarried partner on a fixed fee basis. We have successfully assisted thousands of clients with their ILR applications under the 5-year route. Our services are efficient, reliable, and provided at a fixed fee. We can prepare and submit your ILR application to the Home Office UKVI using the Super Priority Service for a decision within 24 hours.

Cost of ILR as an Unmarried Partner

Our Fixed Fees

Our fixed fee for handling your ILR application ranges from £1,000 + VAT to £1,500 + VAT. This fee covers all aspects of your application, including:

1- Document advising and checking

2- Completing and submitting the application form online

3- Booking biometrics appointments

4- Preparing a cover letter

5- Uploading all supporting documents

6- Follow-up work until a decision is made

The exact fee depends on the complexity and workload of your case. An initial payment of half the fee is required to start, with the remaining half due upon completion and readiness for submission of your application.

If you cannot afford the full service, you can book a one-off immigration advice session for £100 (including VAT) or a document-checking service for £300 (including VAT).

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UKVI Fees

In addition to our fees, you must pay the Home Office UKVI fee of £2,885 for your ILR application. An additional £1,000 is required for the Super Priority Service to get a decision within 24 hours.

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Can I Use the Super Priority Service for ILR as an Unmarried Partner (5-Year Route)?

Yes, as registered solicitors with the Home Office UKVI and its partner UKVCAS Sopra Steria, we can submit your ILR application using the Super Priority Service for a decision within 24 hours. Our family visa solicitors can expedite the process, eliminating long wait times for your ILR application decision.

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One-Off Service for ILR Application Submission through Super Priority Service

Our fast-track immigration solicitors offer a one-off service to submit your ILR application through the Super Priority Service, guaranteeing a decision within 24 hours. If we fail to submit your application within 48 hours of receiving payment, we will refund your fees in full under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). If successful, our fee is £250 + VAT (£300 including VAT).

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How to Apply for ILR as an Unmarried Partner (5-Year Route)

1. Complete the online SET (M) application form on the UKVI website.

2. Submit your application and pay the Home Office UKVI fees.

3. Book your biometrics appointment via the UKVCAS web portal.

4. Upload all supporting documents online before your biometrics appointment.

5. Attend your biometrics appointment with your BRP card, passport, and appointment letter.

6. Wait for a decision, which typically takes 3 to 6 months with the standard service or 24 hours with the Super Priority Service.

Requirements for ILR as an Unmarried Partner (5-Year Route)

To apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as an unmarried partner under the 5-year route from within the UK, you must meet the following criteria:

1. Valid Application: Submit a valid application for ILR in line with the requirements detailed in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules.

2. 5 Years Residence: You may apply for ILR 28 days before completing five years in the UK under an unmarried partner visa. At the time of application, you must have completed at least 4 years, 11 months, and 2 days of the qualifying period.

3. Immigration Status: You must currently hold an unmarried partner visa in the UK and apply for ILR before your current visa expires.

4. Relationship Requirement: You must be the unmarried partner of a British Citizen, someone with ILR or settled status, an EU national with pre-settled status, a refugee or humanitarian protection status holder, or a holder of a Turkish Businessperson or Worker visa. The relationship must be genuine and ongoing, with appropriate evidence provided to support this.

5. Suitability Requirement: Comply with the suitability criteria specified in Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules.

6. Financial Requirement: Meet the financial threshold set for an unmarried partner visa. This can be satisfied through:

o Income from employment or self-employment of you or your partner.

o Savings of you or your partner.

o Rental income from property owned by you or your partner.

7. Accommodation Requirement: Provide proof of adequate accommodation for your family, including other household members, which you own or occupy exclusively without relying on public funds.

8. English Language Requirement: Demonstrate English proficiency at CEFR level B1 as per UK Immigration Rules.

9. Life in the UK Test: Pass the Life in the UK test.

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Transitional Financial Requirement for ILR (5-Year Route)

For those who applied as a fiancé(e), proposed civil partner, or partner before 11 April 2024 and were granted a visa on the 5-year route, the transitional financial requirements apply. As per paragraph E- LTRP.3.5 of Appendix FM:

If you were granted permission under the previous rules, you need to meet a minimum gross annual income of £18,600 if applying with no children. For families with more children, the financial requirement caps at £29,000. The income requirements based on the number of children are:

No children: £18,600 gross per year

1 child: £22,400 gross per year

2 children: £24,800 gross per year

3 children: £27,200 gross per year

4 or more children: £29,000 gross per year

Methods to Meet Financial Requirements

You can meet the financial threshold through various sources:

1- Employment Income: Income from salaried or non-salaried employment (Categories A and B). 2- Non-Employment Income: Income from property rental or dividends (Category C).

3- Cash Savings: Savings above £16,000 held for at least 6 months (Category D).

4- Pensions: State, occupational, or private pensions (Category E).

5- Self-Employment Income: Income from self-employment or as a director/employee of a limited company (Categories F and G).

Meeting these requirements is essential for a successful ILR application as an unmarried partner under the 5-year route.

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What is the Adequate Maintenance Requirement?

If the applicant’s partner is receiving specific benefits or allowances in the UK, the applicant can satisfy the financial requirement for their application by demonstrating “adequate maintenance” instead of meeting the £18,600 income threshold. The relevant benefits and allowances include:

1- Carer’s Allowance

2- Disability Living Allowance

3- Severe Disablement Allowance

4- Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit

5- Attendance Allowance

6- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)

7- Armed Forces Independence Payment or Guaranteed Income Payment under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme

8- Constant Attendance Allowance, Mobility Supplement, or War Disablement Pension under the War Pensions Scheme

9- Police Injury Pension

If the benefits are being received on behalf of the applicant’s child, the “adequate maintenance” provision still applies. The specific evidence required to confirm receipt of these benefits or allowances is detailed in Appendix FM-SE.

How is Adequate Maintenance Calculated?

The Home Office UKVI uses the following formula to determine if you meet the adequate maintenance requirement for ILR as an unmarried partner under the 5-year route:

A – B ≥ C

Where:

1- A represents the net income (after deducting income tax and National Insurance contributions).

2- B is the housing costs (including rent and Council Tax).

3- C is the amount of Income Support that a comparable British family of that size would receive. Do I Need to Meet the Life in the UK Test and English Language Requirement? Generally, you must fulfill the Life in the UK test and English language requirements unless you are over 65 years old or exempt due to health reasons. To meet the English language requirement, you must provide proof that you:

4- Are from a majority English-speaking country, or

5- Have passed an English language test in speaking and listening at a minimum of B1 level on the CEFR, from a provider approved by the Home Office, UKVI, or

6- Hold an academic qualification recognized by UK Ecctis as equivalent to a UK Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD, taught in English, or

7- Are exempt due to being 65 or older, having a disability that impedes meeting the requirement, or facing exceptional circumstances preventing compliance before entering the UK.

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Can I Re-Apply for ILR as an Unmarried Partner After a Refusal?

If your ILR application as an unmarried partner is refused and you believe a challenge is not viable, you may submit a new application. Ensure that the new application meets the requirements outlined in paragraph 39E of the Immigration Rules. It is advisable to use the Super Priority Service to receive a decision within 24 hours.

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Can I Appeal Against a Refusal of ILR as an Unmarried Partner?

If your application for ILR is refused and you have the right to appeal, you must file your appeal with the First Tier Tribunal within 14 days of the refusal decision. Grounds for a successful appeal may include the refusal being inconsistent with the rules or infringing upon your rights under Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). An Immigration Judge will review and decide on the appeal. Our specialized family visa solicitors can assist in representing you during the appeal process.

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When Can I Apply for Naturalisation as an Unmarried Partner of a British Citizen?

You may apply for British citizenship through naturalisation as an unmarried partner of a British citizen 12 months after being granted Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) as an unmarried partner. You must have been legally residing in the UK for at least 5 years before applying. Additionally, you should not have been outside the UK for more than 450 days in the last 5 years, and your absences in the 12 months preceding your application should not exceed 90 days. Our expert family visa solicitors are available to assist with immigration advice and legal support for your naturalisation application following the grant of ILR.

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What Are Our Services Related to Unmarried Partner Visas?

1- Unmarried Partner Visa
2- Entry Clearance for Unmarried Partner Visa
3- Switching to Unmarried Partner Visa (5-Year Route)
4- Switching to Unmarried Partner Visa (10-Year Route)
5- Extension of Unmarried Partner Visa (5-Year Route)
6- Extension of Unmarried Partner Visa (10-Year Route)
7- ILR as an Unmarried Partner (10-Year Route)
8- Family Visa UK
9- In-Country Immigration Appeals

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About ILR as an Unmarried Partner (5-Year Route)

You need to fill out the SET (M) application form online for ILR as an unmarried partner under the 5-year route.

You can apply for ILR within 28 days before completing 5 years of residence in the UK under an unmarried partner visa by submitting the SET (M) form online.

No, you must complete a full 5 years of residence under the unmarried partner visa before you can apply for ILR. Prior to July 9, 2012, ILR applications could be made after 2 years, but the rules changed in 2012 to require a 5-year qualifying period.

While there are no specific rules regarding absences for ILR applications under the unmarried partner visa, long-term absences may cast doubt on your intention to settle permanently in the UK. The 180-day per year absence rule does not apply to ILR under this route.

The required minimum gross annual income for an unmarried partner without children is £18,600, which must be a combined income from both the applicant and sponsor.

No, time spent under the 10-year route cannot be combined with time under the 5-year route. You must complete 5 years continuously on the 5-year route. You may need to apply for an additional extension under the 5-year route to qualify for ILR.

1-Being subject to a deportation order.

2- Having a criminal conviction with a sentence of 4 years or more, or less than 4 years if the conviction occurred within the last 15 years.

3- Recent convictions or non-custodial sentences within 24 months.

4- Conduct deemed undesirable for public good, including failure to comply with legal requirements or immigration rules.

1- Submission of false information or documents.

2- Failure to provide requested maintenance or accommodation undertakings.

3- Previous false representations or non-disclosure of material facts in past immigration applications.

4- Unpaid litigation costs or outstanding NHS charges exceeding £500.



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