Does anyone know if Monday is working day or holiday for the Indian High commission.Though the website says Diwali (Sunday 3 nov) is holiday just wanted to double check.

I got my ILR approved yesterday from croydon PEO. It took 6hrs 30mins to be called by the case worker and another 30mins for approval by case worker.

Hi Vish, I am exactly in the same boat as you are. When I spoke with UKBA customer services, they have told me that as per the HSMP ILR JR, Life UK Test is not required only for the main applicants. But they have told me that it is required for dependants, as we have been shifted to Tier-1, when the...

Thanks gaurav76.5.

Could you please tell me if it is required to write life in uk test for dependants of people covered under ILR JR (HSMP approved before Nov 2006). As per my understanding from customer services it is required to write the Life in the UK test for ILR JR dependants, but just wanted confirmation from o...

Hi, I will be eligible to apply for settlement under ILR JR (as my initial HSMP was approved prior to Nov2006 ) in two weeks time. However When I spoke with UKBA customer services 0870 606 7766 regarding Life in UK test, she said it is not required only for the main applicant but it is required for ...

Congratulations gkr79!!

Could you pm me your lawyer and fee details ?

Hi cyqi,

This is very worrying as I'm also going to apply for ILR under HSMP JR next month.

Any experiences from others who attended Croydon PEO this week ?

Hello All, I am covered by HSMP FLR JR. And got my first extension given for 3 yrs and currently valid till Feb 2012. However I am falling short of about 6 months for ILR requirement of 5yrs as I've entered the country after 6 months due to personal reasons in september 2007. I am planning to apply ...

Hi All, I am planning to apply for FLR in early december, as my current stay is expiring early Feb,2009. I have few doubts on this. Any help on this is highly appreciated. 1) Do I need to fill seperate application for dependent (Spouse ) or my application itself is sufficient ? 2) Can I apply for FL...

Hi Hi Gallian100,

I'm from India. It's been almost a month since I've got my EC approved. I've got my HSMP under old rules and Under 28 category.

Thanks,
Anil

Thanks a lot ashishashah!! It is indeed very helpful information.

Hi,

I'm not sure if I can post my query here:

I have a 10yrs multiple entry B1 visa applied by my employer. But there is no Employer name embossed on the visa.

Can I use the same visa If I shift the Job or for my personal visits?

Hi hsmp_immigrant,

Could please tell us why are you planning leave UK when you are already on HSMP?

It may help others.

Hi ashishashah, I am planning to come to UK on HSMP along with my wife. Could you please tell me: 1) how to get the house for rent, so that as soon as I reach UK I can stay in the house instead of wasting money in hotels. 2) What all documents need to be submitted to get house for rent? 3) How much ...

Hi Gallian100,

I'm also in similar position. I have 6 yrs exp. in 3G and Embedded Systems. I see lot of openings in the job portals. But I heard the Employer first looks for the UK/Europian Union candidates, if they are not able to get any then only non UK/ non EU candidates gets a chance.

Hi destinationUK2007, I have been to UK several times for business purpose. I really liked the UK. Now I'm in US on business visit. I feel quality of life is better in the UK. I have 6 yrs experience in the field of 3G Mobile communications and embedded systems. And I've stamping of both UK HSMP and...

Hi, could somebody clarify this please? 1) My home country is India, but I'm in US for 2months on a business visit. Can I attend for HSMP Entry Clearance here in US without going to India? 2) I'm currently 28 yrs old. My HSMP got approved under 28. Is it suggestable to go to UK leaving my current em...

Hi ukjobsforme,

Thank you very much for the clarification.

Do you have any idea, as from Nov 7 onwards UK government announced new points system, will it effect my already approved case?

Hi,

I have received my HSMP approval letter dated Aug.21, 2006. Because of my busy work schedule and onsite travel, I couldn't apply for Entry Clearance till now. What are the chances of approval if I apply in Feb before expiry of 6 months period?

Please guide me.