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New updates to the UK's Long Residence route clarify the continuous residence requirement, including a new 548-day absence limit for periods before April 2024 and a 180-day annual limit post-2024. Exemptions apply for specific cases, and recent guidance confirms that temporary visas, such as visitor or seasonal worker visas, disrupt continuous residence. The changes affect eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain, emphasizing careful application planning to avoid disqualification.

The April 4 salary threshold changes for sponsored workers significantly increase required salaries for many roles, especially in the private sector, causing potential challenges for employers in hiring and retaining overseas talent.