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Hi!

I’m applying for ILR after having spent 5 years in the UK as a Skilled Worked (originally came on Tier 2 General and I guess the Visa has changed name?).

First 2 years - worked for Company A
Third year - worked for Company B
Last 2 years - working for Company C, my current employer

I travelled out of the UK many times and I definitely have NOT been out more than 180 days in any 12 month period.

The application says that I need to provide this:
“Letter(s) from employer(s) detailing reasons for work-related absences including periods of paid annual leave from the UK and Crown Dependencies for Mr xxxxxME!!xxxxx”

For this, do I absolutely need to get these letters from my past employers Company A and Company B as well?

Also one of the periods I was away from the UK when working for Company B was 36 days, my longest time away, I was partially on holiday during this time and the remaining time I was working remotely.
Would this cause any issues?

Also some info: For all my 5 years in the UK, I was fully employed and paid the whole time and this is reflected in my tax account too (i.e., no gaps).

Thank you, in advance!

Nothing is required from previous employers!

You only need a letter from your current employer mentioning that you'll be needed for the foreseeable future and all the absences from work were approved by them.

All you need to know about the sponsor letter for Skilled Worker route

hopefullyigetilr wrote: ↑

Thu Nov 27, 2025 6:27 pm

Also one of the periods I was away from the UK when working for Company B was 36 days, my longest time away, I was partially on holiday during this time and the remaining time I was working remotely.
Would this cause any issues?

No.

Why would this be an issue?

@lolo2 Thanks a lot for your reply!

Perhaps I worry too much and assume everything can go wrong with my application.

Will update how my application goes.
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