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EEA EFM switched Tier 2 General -> BNO visa?

Only for the UK Skilled Worker visas, formerly known as Tier 2 visa route

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EEA EFM switched Tier 2 General -> BNO visa?

Post by eliza720 » Mon Mar 29, 2021 2:34 pm

Hi,

I have previously been granted an EEA EFM status (using my BNO passport), however, the relationship was ended after 1.5 years and I managed to switch to a Tier 2 general (using my HK passport), in which I am 2 years in this visa. At this point, I am thinking to switch to BNO Visa as I would like to have a bit more flexibility (i.e. not linking to my employer etc.). From reading the other posts, I understand that the 2 years I have accumulated from the Tier 2 general will count towards the 5 years timing for ILR. I have two questions regarding my situation and would appreciate if anyone could share any guidance:

1. Does the 1.5 years EEA EFM count towards the ILR?

2. Since I currently am using the HK passport for my Tier 2 and would like to switch to the BNO visa, does it still apply the 5 year ILR rule?

Thank you in advance.

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Re: EEA EFM switched Tier 2 General -> BNO visa?

Post by CR001 » Mon Mar 29, 2021 4:10 pm

1. No it doesn't.

2. Yes.
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Re: EEA EFM switched Tier 2 General -> BNO visa?

Post by newbieli » Tue May 25, 2021 11:39 am

Hi Eliza, did you switch to the BNO visa at the end? If so, how long did it take to get approved?

Many thanks!!!!

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Re: EEA EFM switched Tier 2 General -> BNO visa?

Post by eliza720 » Sat Sep 18, 2021 9:05 pm

Hi - I applied end of April and I am still waiting...

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