UK Settlement Guides
Practical guides for every stage of your journey in the UK, from your visa to citizenship and beyond.
Visas & Immigration
Coming to and staying in the UK
How to Apply for a UK Skilled Worker Visa
The Skilled Worker visa is the UK's main work route. Here is who can apply, the job, skill and salary rules for 2026, and the steps to get one.
UK Visa Types Explained: Which One Do You Need?
A plain-English overview of the main UK visa routes — work, study, family and visit — so you can work out which one fits your situation before you apply.
Settlement (ILR)
Indefinite Leave to Remain
ILR Absences: How the 180-Day Rule Works
Too many days outside the UK can break the continuous residence you need for settlement. Here is how the 180-day rule is counted, and what to watch for.
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR): Requirements Explained
Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) is settled status in the UK. Here are the main requirements — qualifying period, continuous residence, the Life in the UK Test and English — and the reforms you should know about.
British Citizenship
Naturalisation & applying
How to Apply for British Citizenship: An Overview
A plain overview of who can apply for British citizenship, the main requirements, and the steps involved, with links to the official GOV.UK guidance.
The UK Citizenship Ceremony: What to Expect
Once your citizenship application is approved, the final step is a ceremony. Here is what happens, what you say, and what you get at the end.
Living in the UK
Everyday life after you settle
How to Open a UK Bank Account as a New Resident
A UK bank account is one of the first things you need after you arrive. Here is what documents you need, and what to do if you do not have proof of address.
How to Register with a GP in the UK
Registering with a GP surgery is free and one of the first things to do when you settle in the UK. Here is how to do it, and what you do and do not need.
Careers & Work
Qualifications & building a career
How to Get Your Overseas Qualifications Recognised in the UK
If you trained or studied abroad, here is how to show UK employers and regulators what your qualifications are worth — through UK ENIC and the right professional body.
How to Write a UK-Style CV
A UK CV looks different from a resume in many other countries. Here is how to structure one, and the personal details you should leave off.