Leave to Remain (LTR) Application
Extend Your Stay Legally in the United Kingdom
Apply for Leave to Remain through Legate Hub | Professional Immigration Solicitors
Overview
Leave to Remain (LTR) allows individuals already lawfully in the UK to extend their permission to stay under a qualifying visa category. Extensions are commonly made under family, private life, work, or long-residence routes. Legate Hub assists applicants in preparing complete and compliant extension submissions to maintain lawful residence and avoid gaps in immigration status.
Eligibility Requirements
- The applicant must currently hold valid leave to remain in the UK at the time of application.
- The request must be made under an eligible visa category (for example: partner, parent, private life, or skilled worker).
- Applicants must continue to meet all route-specific requirements such as financial maintenance, accommodation, and relationship genuineness (if applicable).
- Applicants must demonstrate compliance with immigration conditions during their previous period of leave.
- No serious or unresolved immigration or criminal issues that could lead to refusal under suitability grounds.
Required Documents Checklist
- Current passport and any previous UK immigration documents.
- Biometric Residence Permit (if issued).
- Proof of current residence address (tenancy, council tax, or utility bills).
- Evidence supporting eligibility route (e.g., employment letters, payslips, relationship documents, or educational enrolment).
- Bank statements or financial evidence covering at least six months.
- English-language certificate (if applicable) and proof of passing Life in the UK Test for certain categories.
- Certified translations for any non-English or Welsh documents.
Application Process
- Step 1 – Eligibility Review: Book a consultation with Legate Hub to identify the correct LTR route and confirm eligibility based on current visa status.
- Step 2 – Document Preparation: Download the LTR Application Form and Supporting Evidence Checklist from our Document Centre below. Our solicitors review all materials before submission.
- Step 3 – Online Submission & Biometrics: Legate Hub completes the online form, uploads evidence, pays the required Home Office fees (unless a Fee Waiver applies), and schedules biometrics.
- Step 4 – Decision: The Home Office reviews the case; Legate Hub monitors progress and provides updates until a decision is received.
Typical Processing Timeline
| Service | Typical Timeframe* |
|---|---|
| Standard LTR Application | Approximately 8 weeks from biometric submission. |
| Priority Service | Approximately 5 working days (additional fee applies, subject to availability). |
Note: Processing times depend on visa category, completeness of evidence, and UKVI workload. Legate Hub ensures timely and compliant submission to minimise delays.
Download Application Forms
- Leave to Remain Application Form (PDF)
- Supporting Evidence Checklist (PDF)
- Application Guidance Notes (PDF)
Download the relevant forms and checklists below. Submit completed documentation to Legate Hub for review and formal submission.
Why Choose Legate Hub
Legate Hub’s solicitors manage all aspects of your Leave to Remain extension, from verifying eligibility to ensuring full Home Office compliance. We assist with linked Fee Waiver applications where appropriate and safeguard continuity of lawful residence for settlement eligibility.
Book a Consultation
Protect your legal status in the UK. Contact Legate Hub today to schedule your Leave to Remain consultation.