Home Office ILR 2026180-Day Absence Limit£38,700 Salary Threshold
5-Year Skilled Worker ILR Eligibility Calculator
Calculate your eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years on a Skilled Worker visa.
Skilled Worker ILR Eligibility Checker
Check continuous residency, rolling 180-day absence limit, and salary thresholds
Minimum 5 years required
Rolling 180 days cap
£
Threshold £38,700+ILR Assessment Result:
Eligible for 5-Year Skilled Worker ILR! You meet the 5-year residency, absence limit (under 180 days), and salary threshold (£38,700+). You can apply up to 28 days before your 5-year anniversary!
Skilled Worker ILR Requirements Summary
Regulated by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) under Appendix Continuous Residence and Appendix Skilled Worker.
| Requirement | Home Office Legal Rule | Compliance Check |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying Period | 5 Years Continuous Residence on Skilled Worker Visa | 5 Years |
| Absence Limit | Max 180 Days in any rolling 12-month period | 180 Days Cap |
| Salary Threshold | £38,700 per year or going rate for SOC code | £38,700 Minimum |
| Knowledge of Life & Language | Pass Life in the UK Test + B1 English Language | Mandatory Test Pass |
Key Evidence Required for ILR
Employer Sponsor Letter
Letter confirming you are still required for the job and will be paid at or above the threshold for the foreseeable future.
Absence Summary Report
Detailed travel record accounting for all personal holidays and work trips outside the UK over the 5-year period.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
To qualify for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 years on a Skilled Worker visa, you must not have spent more than 180 days outside the UK in any rolling 12-month period during the 5 years.
Applicants must meet the Home Office salary threshold (standard £38,700 per year or the official going rate for their occupation code, whichever is higher).
Yes. All applicants aged 18 to 64 applying for ILR must pass the Life in the UK test and prove B1 English language proficiency.
You can submit your ILR application up to 28 days before completing your 5-year qualifying period in the UK.
Yes. All days spent outside the UK (for business, holiday, or personal reasons) count towards the 180-day limit, unless specifically exempted for emergency medical treatment or natural disaster.