Pathways
Ways to leave, and where they lead
Sorted by how long citizenship actually takes. Each route shows the full ladder — permits, waiting periods, the years that quietly don't count, and the rules that are still only proposals — with the source for every line.
Leaving as a student
Leaving for work
Not immigration advice. Orientation only. Immigration rules change often and decisions are discretionary — nothing here is a promise of residence or citizenship. Check your case with a licensed immigration adviser. Rules reviewed 2026-07. (2026-07)