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PBS dependent ILR application 180 days absence

Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2021 6:58 pm
by KrishnaveniS
Hi,

Can you advise on my query,
I came to UK on the 21st of June 2015 as PBS dependent.
Initial VISA: 16.06.2015 to 12.10.2018 [I was away from UK from 08.04.2016 to 13.02.2017 due to maternity (more than 180 days absent)]
Recent VISA extension as PBS dependent: 15.10.2018 to 12.10.2021
My Spouse hold British passport now.

1. Am I eligible to apply for ILR now considering 180 days absence in 2016-17?
2. Should i apply via SET (O) application?
3. When can I apply for Naturalisation/citizenship?

Note: I m applying ILR with my dependent child as well.

Thanks in advance.

Re: PBS dependent ILR application 180 days absence

Posted: Fri Jul 09, 2021 7:30 pm
by CR001
1. Yes. Your absence in 2016 is irrelevant.

2. Yes.

3. As soon as you have ilr and your new brp card, provided you meet all the requirements.