To be honest, I am not sure why it wouldn't be considered as a legitimate reason to be outside UK during the qualifying 1 year period. It's a UK based employement and due to employment requirements your friend is working in an overseas office. Wouldn't it be disregarded, provided she meets the other...

It's difficult to say but I think I read a few times on the forum that the caseworkers don't even ask for this letter when the applicant's absence is not significant. Obviously you shouldn't rely on this however even if you can't sort three letters it might not be a problem. As for the second questi...

Apparently, If you've proved this in your previous applications, then you do not need to prove it again. If the applicant hasn't proved this in previous applications would be enough to give them a print out of that page? I already have my ILR and never had a tier type visa. But my uni is on this li...

Hi, Do you know if the date of nationality checking service appointment is considered as the application date for naturalisation? How does it work? Another question is regarding the English Language requirement. I have an overseas degree taught in English. On UKBA Webpage it says if you can find you...

They are only interested in 39 hours salary so if your salary is based on 37.5 hours put the figures accordingly and they will calculate the 39 hours equivalent and compare it to the COP rate.

Just a quick question about the payments...it may sound a bit naive but; did you leave the payment section of the form blank and filled it at the PEO? I haven't been to a PEO before and from what I read, I understand that the payment is made at the counter with the physical card rather than the off...

Just a quick question about the payments...it may sound a bit naive but; did you leave the payment section of the form blank and filled it at the PEO? I haven't been to a PEO before and from what I read, I understand that the payment is made at the counter with the physical card rather than the offi...

Pratikshah2008 wrote:it was just last 12 months bank statements
and 12 payslips which was mandatory.

Are they required for WP applications as well? Because what I understand is they're asking for only the last 3 months statements and payslips.

I have just booked my appointment for 12.09.2013. Fingers crossed things will go smooth. A few quick questions though; - when I was booking the appointment there were some notes regarding a payment of £100. However I haven't been asked to make any payments...is this a problem? - this delayed entry i...

Hi, Just a quick follow-up question on the same issue; does the 'delayed entry' make my case complex, what do you think? I want to apply at PEO and not sure if the UKBA staff at Solihull can make a decision on my application straight away or would they refer it to a senior caseworker because of the ...

Thanks for sharing mrgs1.

I will book my appointment soon and I had already started worrying about the limited time slots available.

I'm glad that ukba systems are improving.

can anyone pliz confirm that new salary requirement for a band 5 nurse SOC code 2231 applying for ilr should be £21,176 n not 25% on top of it http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/publications/immigration/soi-cop-skilled-workers?view=Binary i am really confused about this 25% coz mine SOC code havn't got n...

Hi All, My background: I am an FE college lecturer 2312 and received tier 2 visa on 5th March 2013. I am really worried about the changes that the govt have done. In the guide it says: New entrants should be subject to the 25th percentile threshold when applying for leave to remain after three year...

I have the same problem. First entry is with a WP in 2008 and will be eligible to apply end of this year. However there is a chance I won't be able to meet the new salary requirement. What I am wondering is if this is something that can be challenged? I guess they will straightaway say: "the rules s...

timarli, i am not sure about the outcome but it can really be challenged in the court of law if it can be proved : You must meet all the requirements of the Immigration Rules at the time when you make your application." wasn't on ukba website back in time and a very competent solicitor to pursue th...

can someone answer my query please,coz in my new soc code 2231, no new or experienced rate is mentioned but a pay scale of £21,176 is given for a band 5 nurse.so if i apply for ilr after 6th april ,what salary requirement will i need to meet ...£21,176 or 25% on top of it...pliz answer thanks singh...

cs95tdg wrote:You will be eligible to apply for ILR from upto 28 days before the 5th anniversary from 10.10.2008 (EC date), as you first entered the UK within 3 months of EC.

Many thanks for the good news cs95tdg

wpilr_nov12 wrote:WP EC stamp date.

Thanks wpilr. I guess Wp ec stamp date means my first entry with the wp and the first stamp. it is 16.12.2008.

hi guys, i am currently on tier 2 and looking at the statement , I understood that when i am due to renew or extend my current permission, the salary for my job which was £30000 should it be £7500 above the £30000 thus £37500( 25%)? or is it 25 percentile above the base rate which i do not know how...

Thanks for your message Gagan.


The date of the stamp is 10.10.2008 and delayed entry date is 16.12.2008. WP Expiry 10.10.2013.

No absences other than annual leaves until now.

Hi, My wp wa issued late 2008 and I enter the uk approximately 2 months after the issue of wp. I know that you can apply for ILR 28 days before completion of 5 years. Also in the code of practice it says: as long as the first entry is delayed less than 3 months it doesn't count as absence. So in thi...

Only those who entered Tier 2 (or the work permit arrangements) before 6 April 2011 may be paid below these thresholds, when they apply to extend their stay, change employment, or settle in the UK. However, in most of these cases, the “experienced worker” rate will apply; the “new entrant” rate wil...

I hope they won't change the "calculating continuous period - guidance for caseworkers" and I will be able to apply without extending.

My entry is delayed app. 2 months... :S

Hi,

I'm on a WP and my partner is an EU national. She's been unemployed for awhile and is applying for "jobseekeeking allowance" or stg. We're living together and the application forms are asking about partners, their employement etc as well.

Does this effect me and my eligiblity for ILR?

Thanks

I would be careful with the timelines when doing such thing... I think before your new visa is granted your previous employment must be already finished otherwise you'll be in breach of your new visa. As far as I know, you should quit your current job, notice period ends then start the application f...