Settled Status in the UK: What Changed in the Rules from 8 October 2026
Family member visa clock now starts from your last entry, not your first. Presettled status can survive divorce. See what changed on 8 October 2026.
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Family member visa clock now starts from your last entry, not your first. Presettled status can survive divorce. See what changed on 8 October 2026.
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