Does the Skilled Worker visa lead to settlement (indefinite leave to remain)?

The Skilled Worker visa is one of the main work routes that counts towards settlement. After holding it for a continuous qualifying period, usually 5 years, you may apply for indefinite leave to remain, which lets you live, work, and study in the UK without time limits.

To qualify for settlement you generally need to keep meeting the salary and other requirements, avoid excess absences, and often pass the Life in the UK test and English requirements. Because the rules can change, confirm the settlement criteria that apply at the time you become eligible.