How hard was it for Jimmy Wales to immigrate to the UK?

There is limited specific information available about the difficulty Jimmy Wales faced when immigrating to the UK. However, it is known that he became a British citizen in 2019, which suggests that he must have met the necessary residency and other requirements for citizenship, typically involving a period of residence and demonstrating a good understanding of British culture and language13.

Wales has been living in London since 2012, after marrying Kate Garvey, a former secretary to Tony Blair. This suggests that his integration into British society was facilitated by his personal and professional connections13. While there are no detailed accounts of the immigration process being particularly challenging for him, Wales's public profile and connections likely made the process smoother compared to others without such connections.