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Does time spent in the UK on a Scale-up visa count towards settlement/ILR in the UK?

Yes. After 5 years in the UK you may be able to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain/settlement in the UK. If your application is successful you will have the right to live, work and study in the UK for as long as you like.

Read more about this and other questions in our

Scale-up Visas section.

Disclaimer

Given the fast pace of change, we would stress that this information is designed to be informative, not advisory and represents our understanding of English law and practice as at the date indicated. We would always recommend that you should seek specific guidance on any particular legal issue.

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