How long do i have to live in the UK (specifically london) to be eligible to apply for a permanent residency?

Question

i.e. "leave to remain".

i'm currently on a student visa and have been living in london (specifically camden town ;D) for 10 months. My visa expires in 2010 but i cannot stop attending classes and work full time without HO's permission. How do i go about getting that.

i have been offered a job as an ESOL tutor, and that is my main reason for wanting to change my status.

i'v heard from people that i need to live in the UK for a year to apply for a "leave to remain"? (did i just answer my question?)

Answer 1

i believe it is 6 years.

good luck!