Leave to Remain — clear route check, documents, and on-time filing
We confirm your best route (Spouse/Partner, Parent, Family & Private Life 10-year, Skilled Worker, or Fee Waiver support), check deadlines, and prepare a clean, decision-ready application.
Choose your Leave to Remain route
Each route has different eligibility, evidence and fees. Select the one that applies to your situation for full guidance:
Fee Waiver
For those unable to afford the visa or IHS fees — request full or partial reduction before applying.
Learn more →Spouse / Partner
Extend your stay with your British or settled partner under Appendix FM (5 or 10 year route).
Learn more →Parent Route
For parents of a British child or child settled in the UK — maintain family life while meeting care responsibilities.
Learn more →Family & Private Life (10-Year)
For individuals whose removal would breach their right to family or private life under Article 8 ECHR.
Learn more →Skilled Worker (in-country)
Extend or switch your Skilled Worker permission with a new or existing licensed sponsor.
Learn more →Graduate (PSW)
Switch to the 2-year post-study work route after completing an eligible UK qualification.
Learn more →Who can apply for Leave to Remain
- You currently hold valid UK permission and want to extend or switch to a new route.
- You submit a valid application before your visa expires (protects you under Section 3C).
- You meet the rules of your chosen route (e.g., partner, parent, private life, skilled worker, graduate).
- You can maintain yourself without public funds (unless applying with a fee waiver where eligible).
- You provide all required supporting evidence in the specified format.
We confirm the right route, check deadlines and keep your rights protected while your case is pending.
How the process works
- 1) Route & eligibility check — we confirm the best LTR category for you.
- 2) Document prep — tailored checklist + templates for your route.
- 3) Online application — we complete forms, calculate fees/IHS, and submit before expiry.
- 4) Biometrics / ID — UKVCAS appointment or ID Check app (where eligible); we upload a clean, indexed bundle.
- 5) Decision — standard service is usually weeks; priority may be available on some routes.
We track your case, respond to Home Office requests, and guide you through BRP/digital status once granted.
Who can apply for Leave to Remain
- You currently hold valid UK permission and want to extend or switch to a new route.
- You submit a valid application before your visa expires (protects you under Section 3C).
- You meet the rules of your chosen route (e.g., partner, parent, private life, skilled worker, graduate).
- You can maintain yourself without public funds (unless applying with a fee waiver where eligible).
- You provide all required supporting evidence in the specified format.
We confirm the right route, check deadlines and keep your rights protected while your case is pending.
How the process works
- 1) Route & eligibility check — we confirm the best LTR category for you.
- 2) Document prep — tailored checklist + templates for your route.
- 3) Online application — we complete forms, calculate fees/IHS, and submit before expiry.
- 4) Biometrics / ID — UKVCAS appointment or ID Check app (where eligible); we upload a clean, indexed bundle.
- 5) Decision — standard service is usually weeks; priority may be available on some routes.
We track your case, respond to Home Office requests, and guide you through BRP/digital status once granted.
What you’ll need to provide
Core documents (most routes)
- Passport (and BRP/digital status printout if applicable)
- Proof of current UK address
- Previous visas/immigration history (if requested)
- TB certificate / criminal record checks (route- and country-specific)
- Certified translations for any non-English/Welsh documents
Route-specific evidence
- Spouse/Partner (FM): relationship documents, accommodation, Financial Requirement evidence
- Parent route: parental responsibility/care arrangements, child’s status/residence evidence
- Family & Private Life (10-year): length of residence, family ties, best-interests evidence
- Skilled Worker: Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), contract, salary/English proof
- Graduate (PSW): eligible UK award & provider confirmation
- Fee Waiver: hardship evidence (income/outgoings, housing, dependants)
Uploads & biometrics
- We create a clean, indexed PDF bundle for UKVI
- Biometrics at UKVCAS or use the ID Check app (where eligible)
- Submit before expiry to keep protection under Section 3C
Fees, IHS & processing (at a glance)
Totals depend on your route, visa length and whether priority is available. Choose your route for the latest detail:
| Route | Home Office fee | IHS | Typical decision time | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spouse / Partner (FM) | See route page | Usually payable | Weeks (priority often available) | Open Spouse LTR → |
| Parent (FM) | See route page | Usually payable | Weeks | Open Parent LTR → |
| Family & Private Life (10-year) | See route page | Usually payable (waiver possible) | Weeks | Open Family & Private Life → |
| Skilled Worker (in-country) | See route page | Pay per year of leave | Up to ~8 weeks (standard) | Open Skilled Worker LTR → |
| Graduate (PSW) | See route page | Pay per year of leave | Weeks | Open Graduate (PSW) → |
| Fee Waiver | — | Waives visa/IHS (if approved) | Varies | Open Fee Waiver → |
Get your LTR filed on time — with the right route
We’ll confirm your best in-country route, protect you under Section 3C with an in-time application, and prepare a clean, decision-ready bundle.