This article is not intended to be relied on as legal advice. Please seek formal advice to check the accuracy and continued relevance of the below, and whether it would be suitable to your circumstances.
I will start by saying that this article will concern a new and untested route for long term residents to obtain the benefits of naturalisation. Go and read this article first if you are unfamiliar with naturalisation and want to learn more about the benefits, then come back and read this one.
This pathway is likely only viable for those who are in the process of switching jobs or permit status, or going from being employed to being out of employment. It could also potentially work for dependents of permit holders. It has certain risks attached to it also.
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