Just to add, I visited England for job interview purpose twice during the 16 months, wonder if that helps.

Hi I am hoping to apply for ILR but I am not sure if I am qualified to do so and I should be grateful if you would help. I came to this country over 10 years ago and I spent most of the time being a student. The problem is that I was away from the UK for 16 months until last September - however, I ...