[quote="sushdmehta"]Assuming the Tier 1 you refer to is Tier 1 (General), then: Given the timelines, you should be eligible for settlement as a Tier 1 (General) migrant in September 2012. If you switch to leave as spouse of a settled person / British citizen (which you can), the earliest you may be ...

Hello, Background - I came to UK on UK Tier 2 visa in Sep 2007. When we got married in Dec 2008, my husband was on HSMP while I was still on Tier 2. Due to some reasons, we made a decision for me to get a Tier 1 rather than get a dependent visa. So I got my Tier 1 visa in April 2009. My husband got ...

Thanks f2k.
I did not come to UK on dependent visa. But then is it possible that they approve ILR for my husband and not for me. I mean is it that if this may be a problem then atleast they consider my husband's application if not mine as his dependent??

Hello all, My husband is eligible for ILR after 4 yrs (hsmp holder before 6th April 2006) I have Tier 1 visa. My husband lost his job last year due to recession and I am still employed. We both want to apply for ILR with me as his dependent. I transfer a specified amount to his account every month. ...

Hello all, me and my husband are both of hsmp. my husband lost his job last year due to recession and I am still employed. He is eligible for ILR as he has completed the hsmp period. We both want to apply for ILR with me as his dependent. Is it possible to apply for ILR with me as his dependant and ...

Hi, If in interview, you are asked if you wish to settle in uk or how long do you wish to reside in uk, what do you think should be the answer?? I am sure it has to be a diplomatic one. Especially in this job market where so many uk citizens have lost their job, if you are not a uk citizen, and stil...

Hi, I know a mech engg who was working in UK with a reputed automobile industry. He is here in UK for more than 5 yrs now. But he has been an unfortunate victim of recession like many others. Since last 4 mths he is looking for a job. For automobile industry, the job market is scary....my suggestion...

[quote="theimmigrant"]@horizon,

have u already got a ajob there as u r moving there in sucha rush?[/quote]

Hi theimmigrant,

Yes I am working here in UK. I have booked flight to India as I want to see my grandfather who is ill.
I was just waiting for my passport.

Hi Kams,

Thanks for keeping my morale high
I got my passport and other docs today. Immediately booked flight for tonight. I have got my visa stamped on 28th April valid for next 3 yrs.
Very happy today.
Heartfelt thanks to everyone on this forum for all your help.

Hi All, I have been a silent reader of this forum. I would like to share my experience. I submitted my application for switch to Tier 1 from WP on 18th March from UK. I received ack from home office on 19th March. Money was deducted on 20th March. Last week I submitted urgent treatment request as my...