Work in UK with ILR
Posted by Professional-Box376@reddit | expats | View on Reddit | 8 comments
Obtaining my second visa and have ILR. Might be a silly question, but is there a big issue with getting a job? My question basically is because I’ve read a few comments where as a US citizen (still) where employers prefer not to hire due to tax issues? I work in medical field in administration. I’ve had several interviews. Basically, I’m would prefer part time as I am retired. Just wondering. TIA for clarification or ideas.
JohnInBrazil@reddit
ILR you don't need a work visa but its important to remember that it's indefinite leave to REMAIN, so if you don't remain (leave UK for more than 2 years unless for a study programme or temporary work assignment for a UK company) then you will lose your ILR and have to start again.
With the ILR you can now apply for UK citizenship and once you have that it can't be taken away from you if you leave, unless you engage in very unpleasant activities to the detriment of the UK. You need to pass the kife in the UK test and pay to get citizenship but it's a worthwhile investment.
Babysfirstbazooka@reddit
I never had an issue (20 years in the uk as a 🇨🇦and ILR holder)
pythonfanclub@reddit
Short answer: No. Once you have ILR no restrictions apply and most employers know that. For the small few that don’t, just say the magic words: “I have the right to work in the UK”. I never had any trouble whatsoever as an American, and I’ve worked in finance.
Professional-Box376@reddit (OP)
Thank you for your feedback.
darthwhy@reddit
Stupid Q but doesn't ILR mean that you don't need a visa?
Sometimes there are issues specific to American citizens relative to worldwide taxation and the terror the US has spread post 2008 on alleged tax evasion charges on (mostly european) companies. From here the 'are you an American citizen or relative of American citizen...' type of questions you find in pretty much any KYC form or job application.
Professional-Box376@reddit (OP)
Thank you.
krkrbnsn@reddit
I'm American living and working in the UK and have ILR. There are no restrictions to where you can work (except for some civil service roles that require a certain security clearance).
On my CV I have one line at the very bottom that says 'I have the right to work in the UK.' Beyond that, you don't need to provide any proof until after you've received your offer. At that point you'll give them a share code where they'll prove your right to work on gov uk.
Professional-Box376@reddit (OP)
Thank you. I will add that to my resume.