Petition · Home Office
Raise ILR eligibility threshold to 15 years for future & current visa holders
Closed
148 signatures
What the petition asks
Amend immigration rules to increase the minimum residency period for ILR to 15 years. This change should apply to all visa holders, including those currently residing in the UK, to ensure consistent and long-term integration.
I believe the current ILR threshold does not adequately reflect a long-term commitment to British society, and that raising it to 15 years would better assess integration, contributions, and alignment with British values. I believe this policy should apply uniformly, including to current visa holders, to ensure fairness, reduce abuse the settlement process, and maintain public trust in the immigration system.
Timeline
| 29 Jul 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 Jan 2026 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
148
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
29 Jul 2025
Closed
29 Jan 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 10 Aug 2026.