UK Unveils Biggest Immigration Overhaul: Residency Wait May Jump to 20-30 Years
In a sweeping overhaul of its immigration system, the UK government has proposed extending the wait time for permanent residency from 5 to 10 years for migrants who arrived legally since 2021 - a move that could impact an estimated 1.6 million people. Those accused of exploiting the system may face a staggering 30-year wait, the longest in Europe, while low-paid workers could see a 15-year path to settlement.
