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class=\"uk-feature-icon\">\ud83d\ude80<\/div>\n                    <h3>Path to Settlement<\/h3>\n                    <p>Eligible for indefinite leave to remain after 3 years<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"uk-feature-card\">\n                    <div class=\"uk-feature-icon\">\ud83d\udcbc<\/div>\n                    <h3>Work Flexibility<\/h3>\n                    <p>Ability to work on your business and supplement income<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                \n                <div class=\"uk-feature-card\">\n                    <div class=\"uk-feature-icon\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67\u200d\ud83d\udc66<\/div>\n                    <h3>Bring Your Family<\/h3>\n                    <p>Spouse and children can join you in the UK<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"uk-section\">\n            <h2>Eligibility Requirements<\/h2>\n            \n            <div 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