🚨 SUMMARY: The new changes to tackle the “Boriswave” of migrants already in the UK since 2021
- Future migrants may only be able to access benefits and social housing after becoming British citizens
- Anyone who currently depends on benefits will face a 20 year wait before they can settle in the UK, unless they already have settled status
- Illegal migrants and overstayers could have to wait up to 30 years before they can settle
- For most migrants, the standard wait for settlement will rise from 5 years to 10
- Low paid workers such as those on health care visas will face a 15 year wait
- NHS doctors and nurses will still be able to settle after 5 years
- High earners, entrepreneurs and global talent can be fast tracked and settle after 3 years
- Family members of UK citizens and Hong Kong BN(O)s will keep their current 5 year route
- To qualify for settlement, migrants will need to be working, speak good English, stay off benefits and have a clean criminal record
- Extra reductions will be available for those who contribute more economically or show strong integration, such as volunteering or paying higher rate tax
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