Keep the 5-Year ILR pathway for existing Skilled Worker visa holders

Do not apply the proposed 10-year ILR rule to existing Skilled Worker visa holders. Keep the 5-year ILR route for those already in the UK on this visa. Apply any changes only to new applicants from the date of implementation.

32,604 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Friday 23rd May 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
None
Signature Deadline
Sunday 23rd November 2025
Estimated Final Signatures: 562,522

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Many skilled visa holders moved to the UK for better opportunities and in return have contributed to the UK economy, paid taxes, and supported critical sectors like health, care, and engineering. We think that changing ILR rules mid-journey is unfair and causes stress for families. Apply the 10-year rule only to future Skilled Worker entrants, not those already building a life here under the current system.


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