The UK will double the waiting period for permanent residency to 10 years for most workers, while higher earners can qualify sooner and care workers are exempt from the new rule.
The change, announced by the UK government, marks a significant shift in the country’s immigration policy, tightening the path to long‑term residency for foreign workers.
Under the new rules, a tiered system will allow those earning above a certain threshold to apply for permanent residency after a shorter period, though the exact time frame has not yet been specified.
Care workers will be exempt from the 10‑year waiting period, ensuring that those providing essential services can continue to work in the UK without delay.
These reforms come as part of the UK’s broader review of immigration rules, aimed at balancing the needs of the labour market with the country’s capacity to support newcomers.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>