Last reviewed: 1 August 2026
Global Talent to ILR to Citizenship
ILR after 3 years if endorsed as exceptional talent or holding an eligible prize; 5 years if endorsed as exceptional promise. The 3-year clock usually requires time spent on Global Talent.
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- Usual ILR clock
- 3 years
- Absence limit
- 180 days in 12 months
- English
- B1
- Life in the UK
- Usually required for ILR