HSMP - status change

[p_sreenath123]

Hi!
Iam on student visa (married) . Now my wife(now on dependent visa ) is eligible for HSMP.On apporval , do I need to go back to India to change my status or status from student to dependent can be done in HomeOffice (UK)

Thanks

[bobbie]

Hi,
first of all student dependant cannot apply for HSMP in U.K. She has to aplly from India only. But a student can change stauts in U.K.

[Cool]

Hi,
first of all student dependant cannot apply for HSMP in U.K. She has to aplly from India only. But a student can change stauts in U.K.

Are you sure about this? I would think the lady can apply from the UK but after getting her approval, she would need to return to India for Entry Clearance.

I think you're right about student being able to change status though.

Other members, please lend your opinions.

[p_sreenath123]

you r right mr cool . She can apply , then if approved , she need to go abck india for EC

thanks for reply mr cool