BNO ILR Residence Checker

BNO ILR Continuous Residence Checker

Check whether you meet the 5-year continuous residence requirement to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain under the Hong Kong BN(O) route.

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Your BNO Leave Details

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e.g. 31/01/2021
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e.g. 31/01/2026
Your qualifying period is 5 years from the date your BNO leave was first granted. You can apply up to 28 days before completing 5 years.
2

Travel History (Absences from the UK)

Enter every trip outside the UK during your qualifying period. Include the date you left and the date you returned. Only whole days absent are counted (departure and return days are not counted).

3

Other ILR Requirements

Eligibility Checklist

    Residence Timeline

    In the UK Absent from the UK

    Rolling 12-Month Absence Analysis

    The table below shows the maximum number of whole days absent within any rolling 12-month window during your qualifying period. You must not exceed 180 days in any such period.

    12-Month Window Start 12-Month Window End Days Absent Status
    Important Disclaimer: This tool provides a preliminary assessment only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration Rules are subject to change. For a full eligibility assessment tailored to your individual circumstances, please contact Dual HK UK Legal Services.
    This tool is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The calculations are based on Appendix Continuous Residence (Version 8.0, July 2025) and Appendix Hong Kong of the Immigration Rules. Always seek professional legal advice before making an immigration application.