UK permanent immigration permission — two-year absence calculator

How this count works

For each recorded absence, the reminder date is the departure date plus two calendar years. The numerical absence total excludes departure and return dates. This counter shows the recorded absence whose reminder date is nearest.

Ordinary permanent permission to enter or remain in the UK generally expires after more than two continuous years outside the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man. Settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme has separate five-year or four-year rules. Exceptions apply.

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