Does the Health and Care Worker visa lead to permanent settlement (ILR)?

Unlike some temporary work routes, the Health and Care Worker visa can lead to settlement. After five years of continuous qualifying residence in the UK, you may be able to apply for indefinite leave to remain (ILR).

To settle you will normally need to still be in an eligible role, meet the salary requirement at that time, pass the Life in the UK test, and meet the continuous residence rules on absences. Keep careful records of your time in the UK and any trips abroad so you can evidence continuous residence later.