Thank you. I will let you know what I'll do and the outcome.

thank you vinny!

so the clock would not be set to zero?! and I still can apply for ILR(LR) in March 2017?

also when I switch to FLR(M) my ILR(LR) will be set to zero, right?

Can I switch to any other category? e.g. Tier 2 PBS?

what would you suggest I do? I was planning to apply for ILR(LR) in person. Wouldn't they know that the main applicant has already been granted ILR(LR)? Wouldn't I be questioned why I did not switch when the rules clearly say that I should? I am very confused right now...We were not aware of these ...

Thank you so much CR001 for your help.

personal experiences may vary and I might not be as lucky as some of the members have been!
I think it would be wiser to switch rather than getting into trouble later.

Kind regards,
EAI

I first entered the UK in April 2007 as a student. Then I was on a Tier 2 visa myself before switching to tier 2 dependent last September. If the rules say I have to switch to FLR(M) and I do not, then will I not be rejected if I apply for ILR(LR)?! I called VISA and Immigration helpline yesterday ...

Thank you so much CR001.

So should I switch or can I stay on my current Tier 2 PBS dependent leave to remain until I qualify? bearing in mind that I am not going to risk it and will not leave the country.

Regards,
EAI

Hi I am on a Tier 2 dependent leave to remain valid until September 2017. My sponsor was just granted ILR through Long Residence. I myself qualify for ILR (LR) in March 2017. Reading the threads I found out that I do not need to switch to FLR(M) since my current leave to remain is still valid. And I ...