Update:
I met a solicitor today, another option is to apply for FLR(M) and then vary it to PBS dependent using the latest bank statement which will satisfy the 90 maintenance day rule. Will this work?

Many thanks

I am sorry, I know I am treading the fine line of technicalities but if the application is rejected, AR guidance states: (e) Where the original decision maker failed to apply the Secretary of State’s relevant published policy and guidance in relation to the application. Guidance states: 68. One of t...

The piece you quote is not relevant as you are no longer on Tier 2 General. You have to show £630 for 90 days to extend your spouse's visa. If you do not have it, the application will very likely be refused. Alternatively, she will have to switch to FLR(M) - English A1 and financial requirement man...

Thanks cyclina 1 I am however confused by the below paragraph from the tier 2 dependant guidance: 82. If you apply separately from the main applicant you will need to have the necessary funds to meet the maintenance requirement or have a written undertaking from an A-rated Sponsor, unless the main a...

Hi My wife last extended her visa as a PBS dependant under my Tier 2 General visa in 2015. This is coming up for renewal at the end of June 2018. Unfortunately I took my eye of the ball and missed the maintenance requirement. I am unable to evidence £630 for 90 days in her/my bank account, however I...

I recently went down the MP route for a different visa which was successful, the relevant bits are: - MPs are not legally obligated to take your case forward, therefore it is important to be polite and patient - They unfortunately cannot speed up decision making, if within the application timescales...

Thanks yet again geriatrix, this makes a lot of sense.

Bumping up once and for final hoping to get a clearer picture

Thanks again for the quick reply geriatrix The unclear bit is how UKVI will classify. I am a masters graduate on a role that does not let us say exactly match any particular job description and hence has been put under the catch all SOC code 3539. The new job can equally fit SOC code 3539, the descr...

Thanks geriatrix Unfortunately UKVI want to make a logical progression as difficult as they can. Looking at the SOC code description, they are not very specific, what will be the test applied by UKVI to determine if a job is SOC 3539 or 2423. There can clearly be overlaps in the job description espe...

Hi All I am currently working on a tier 2 visa within the SOC code 3539 (NQF 4 but applied through extension application). I have recently been offered a temporary/secondment opportunity within the company which could be between 6-12 months and I believe will relate to the SOC code 2423 (NQF 6). I h...

Hi tier2 applicant I am trying to do something very similar for my spouse and I am not getting any clear guidance as to the amount of funds I need to show as maintenance. More specifically, some websites say I need to show £600 if I have lived in the UK for more than 12 months and some say I need to...

I recently got my tier 2 visa after 1 month from the biometric submission date. Hence based of your reply you can expect it around 10th August.

Hi All, They have accounted for 39 hours which brings the pay upto 13.26 GBP p/h. As you said if the company is willing to give me a pay rise....for the remaining amount...and considering that my visa has run out in august 2011 ...what would be the chances?? of getting a new CoS without RLMT. Becau...

Hi All, I am here for help ...Please find below the details of my Visa and its Refusal On 6th August 2011 ...I applied for Tier - 2 General switching from PSW. I was working for ABC company ans was earning 26900GBP. The SOC code for myself was 2111 - Chemist. I have been refused my visa because of ...

Which implies that I clearly qualify based on hourly earnings, however, given whats happening of late, should I be concerned and ask for an increase of £27 while applying for my visa? You already know that you qualify for 20 points. What has happened lately that worries you? Because i am short by ...

bumping thread for sushdmehta

can defined pension contributions be added as part of salary?

Hi All I am currently working on a role with an hourly salary requirement of £13.86 to switch from PSW to Tier-2 This equates to 13.86*37.5*52 = £27,027 per annum I am currently being paid 27,000 for a 37 hour work week and this equates to 27000/52/37 = £14.03 per hour Which implies that I clearl...

It is unfortunate to be in your situation in the current economic climate. You can explain it briefly and clearly stating that there are no restrictions in allocating COS for in country applications. I am assuming that your job falls under one of the few "recent graduate" SOC codes. However, expandi...

In order to answer that question, can you please provide your job title and prospective salary while applying for the visa?

do you honestly expect anybody to be able to help you with the information you have given?

Just as a word of caution, during your appeal you should not have filled any permanent position, thats illegal

Hi sooyeshun

Can you please post the job title and salary which you used for the application?

Thanks

To be honest, the whole Tier 2 system with select graduate titles and minimum pay is SH** The government has used the top 25 percentile to arrive at minimum earnings with no interim arrangements for PSW holders, non London salary adjustment etc. Also the changes are so drastic that many employers do...

Sorry to dissapoint you, the paragraph following You can claim 20 points for the appropriate salary offered by your sponsor. You can score the following points for your appropriate salary: states that The Certificate of Sponsorship must also confirm that you will be paid at or above the appropriate ...