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ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by dolphin21 » Sat Oct 23, 2021 7:48 pm

I received my ILR 10 years ago but that is in my old (expired passport). I do have a current valid passport but did not get a BRP since I carried both passports for international travel.

Can I submit my expired passport (with ILR stamp) as an evidence of 'freedom from immigration control' to apply for naturalisation?

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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by Vinceroger2102 » Sat Oct 23, 2021 7:54 pm

I had exactly, used the old passport with ILR stamp. But afterwards, I got my NTL Biometrics card

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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by dolphin21 » Sat Oct 23, 2021 8:07 pm

ok, thanks but is ILR in old passport acceptable as proof of freedom from immigration restrictions - since in theory ILR does not expire even it the passport does?

I do not want to apply for BRP unless it is essential since I want to directly apply for naturalisation now.

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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by alterhase58 » Sat Oct 23, 2021 10:14 pm

A BRP is not compulsory for naturalisation - the vignette in your passport is sufficient to prove "freedom from immigration restrictions".
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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by dolphin21 » Sat Oct 23, 2021 10:19 pm

Thanks, this is very reassuring - just to double check - is this true even if the ILR vignette is in the expired passport?

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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by alterhase58 » Sun Oct 24, 2021 1:09 pm

Yes. Remember ILR doesn't expire!
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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by dolphin21 » Mon Oct 25, 2021 7:22 pm

One last question on this:

For the ILR endorsement in my expired passport, do I need to scan/submit only proof of this endorsement or the whole passport?

I am conscious that for current passport, all pages need to be scanned and submitted.

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Re: ILR stamp in expired passport ok as immigration freedom proof?

Post by alterhase58 » Mon Oct 25, 2021 7:41 pm

Just scan the page referring to ILR. It's the same as if you had a BRP card.
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Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by dolphin21 » Thu Oct 28, 2021 4:26 pm

I have a large number of documents more than 50 that I want to up load. Is there a limit to the number of documents that one can upload. I believe each document cannot be larger than 5mb? I will be grateful for advice.

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Re: Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by alterhase58 » Thu Oct 28, 2021 5:02 pm

I think it's 6 MB limit.
Are you applying for naturalisation? 50 documents seems excessive ....
Residency proof should only take your passport(s) - employment record doesn't need documents.
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Re: Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by dolphin21 » Thu Oct 28, 2021 7:21 pm

Thanks. Yes, naturalisation.

It is mainly due to bank statements. I am a student and have been advised to upload bank statements from lat 5 years to show physical transactions proof.

I assume 6mb is the limit for each document? But is there an upper limit to the number of docs you can upload? I think I may have around 30-35 documents mainly because large number of bank statements.

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Re: Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by alterhase58 » Thu Oct 28, 2021 10:24 pm

Bank statements are not accepted for naturalisation - your proof of residency is your passport(s) covering the residency period. You being a student is not relevant. What is the source of that advice?
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Re: Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by dolphin21 » Fri Oct 29, 2021 6:46 am

I consulted with a solicitor. I am submitting a non eea passport that shows entry stamps in the UK and entry and exit stamps for overseas visits. I was told in addition to this passport, bank statements are a good proof of showing physical presence - since they will show actual transactions. Also, advised to submit a letter from the education establishment as an evidence of ongoing registration.

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Re: Limit on number of documents that can be uploaded

Post by alterhase58 » Fri Oct 29, 2021 7:59 am

Of course you can add as many documents as you wish but for those under UK ILR passport(s) covering the residency period are sufficient.
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