Ok, so in this instance, because the OP's boyfriend won't be eligible for ILR due to switching, the dependant is also not eligible. This is presumably because of what is listed here which states that you can not combine your tier 2 general and tier 2 dependent visas. I still find the wording horribl...
And another bit of confusion: If the applicant had valid leave (as a non-dependent, say for instance a tier 2 general), but were still a partner for that period, and can prove this, and THEN switched to a dependent visa, these statements are still true. It specifically says "with leave" as the partn...
Hi, Is this because switching from a Tier 2 Dependent to a Tier 2 General forces you to leave the country and get new entry clearance, thereby breaking continuous residence? Having a look at 319D, all it states is that you must have had the same partner for the full 5 years, nothing about changing t...
