How long can i stay outside of uk as a hsmp visa holder in order to qualify for indefinate state?

Question

in order to qualify for indefiante leave to remain as a hsmp holder, i should spent continuous 5 years in uk. but how long can i stay outside of uk?

Answer 1

To qualify for ILR, in the five years you must not spend 90 days per year, but in the last (fifth year) you must not spend more than 60 days out of UK.

If you will spend more than 90 days per year (for first four years) and / or .. more than 60 days in last (fifth) year, your ILR application will be declined, unless you can give justification of staying out of UK for periods more than 90 days per year.