Written questions

Immigration: Hong Kong

Commons · Question 93996 · Tabled 24 Nov 2025 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 2 Dec 2025

Question

Asked by Julia Buckley

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, whether she plans to make any changes to the existing 5+1 route to Indefinite Leave to Remain for individuals already on the Hong Kong BN(O) visa route.

Answer

Answered by Mike Tapp, 2 Dec 2025

The Government remains steadfast in its support for members of the Hong Kong community in the UK.BN(O) visa holders will attract a 5-year reduction in the qualifying period for settlement, meaning they will continue to be able to settle in the UK after 5 ...