Thanks all. For future reference in case others are in the same situation: I got this resolved in the end by providing a share code https://www.gov.uk/prove-right-to-work/ ... ode-online to the embassy. The share code can also be produced without an UKVI account.

Many thanks for your reply, zimba. Proving ILR is indefinite makes no sense. I fully agree. ILR means indefinite leave to remain and embassy workers of other countries very likely know this I hope that this will be the case and that the embassy worker won't be confused by the BRP expiration date. Th...

Hello, I have been granted ILR in 2018 and have back then been issued a BRP which expires on 31Dec24. I am currently applying for a 2 year Schengen visa and need to prove to the embassy of a EU country that my right to stay in the UK does not end on 31Dec24 but instead is indefinite. Otherwise they ...

Thanks (again) CR001!

James B., these links are exactly what I needed, thanks!

Thank you CR001, I am happy about this news.

But how can I be sure that the “no recourse to public funds restriction” does not apply to me?

Can you think of any disadvantages in the future if I go ahead claiming Child Benefit?

Thanks again!

Hi I am a Chinese national and have indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK. I have a biometric residence permit (BRP) card which documents this. I have received ILR a few years ago due to having been in the UK for 10 years. Recently my first child was born and the child has British citizenship. ...