People granted asylum in the UK will no longer be allowed to settle permanently

LONDON — People granted asylum in the United Kingdom will no longer be allowed to settle permanently under a major policy shift set to be announced Monday by UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

Mahmood is expected to declare an end to permanent protection for refugees as the government seeks to reduce asylum claims and curb small boat crossings.

Under the plan, asylum seekers who are approved will receive only temporary permission to stay. Their status will be reviewed regularly, and they will be expected to return to their home countries once officials determine it is safe to do so.

Currently, refugee status in the U.K. lasts five years, after which people can apply for indefinite leave to remain and eventually pursue citizenship.

The government already operates some temporary protections, including schemes for people fleeing the war in Ukraine. Those visas were initially granted for three years but have since been extended.