Hi all I have looked on the UKBA website and this forum, but I'm still really confused about what my husband has to do for his ILR application. Does he have to do an ESOL course or only pass a test at A1 level? and what about KOL test? He isn't from an English-speaking country. And if so, can anyon...

yes each case it own merit, do have a solicitor? what documents did they request? when I had a letter from them back in Nov 2009 on the 4th requesting more documents for my self and my British Wife, 2 new photos and Method of entry questionnaire, my solicitor sent the lot back on 18th Nov they issue...

I got given a 3 year DLR, you entitled to work, start you own business, travel in and out of the UK,claim benefits ( I would not adivise it tho) unless you have to.

At the end of 3 years you need to re-apply for another 3 years, before you can apply for ILR so (total of 6 years).

good Luck

myegin11 wrote:It seems interactive application for SET(O) is not available now.

It's weird they still call it "Apply Online".

its best to do a paper application form so you can photocopy it for your own records. good luck

Is it a good idea to give it few weeks after completing 14 years ( illegal overstayer) and then apply for IRL. Or it is better to apply one day after the 14 years are completed? Thanks I sent my application on the 9th to arrive on the 10th August and thats when I completed 14 years in the UK. good ...

It is immaterial that what changes have been made in form. Law is law. To be valid application should be on current version of form subject to exception mentioned at page 10 of UKBA guidance mentioned above. I have just checked my bank account online and the home office cashed in my cheque for £97...

It is immaterial that what changes have been made in form. Law is law. To be valid application should be on current version of form subject to exception mentioned at page 10 of UKBA guidance mentioned above. I have just checked my bank account online and the home office cashed in my cheque for £97...

xyz123 wrote:

zebra3 wrote: -28 days before the expiry of your actual visa,

Where did u get that from? It is 28 days before completing 5 years stay and not 28 days before expiry of visa.

sorry sage I meant to say 28 days before completing 5 years.
thanks for the correction

-28 days before the expiry of your actual visa, Where did u get that from? It is 28 days before completing 5 years stay and not 28 days before expiry of visa. http://www.hsmp-services.co.uk/indefinite-leave-to-remain-in-uk/indefinite-leave-to-remain-after-5-years-under-hsmp.html If you are in the U...

ok many thanks

you are welcome, good luck.

I get single occupant discount on my council tax for the apartment I own. Is it considered a council tax benefit (there is a check box for this on ILR form)? its not considered as a benefit. it will only get considered as a benefit if you have all of the council tax bill paid. good luck You are cor...

Ask your solicitor whether application dated 8th August 2011 on a previous form is valid? Read page 10 of UKBA guidance: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/policyandlaw/modernised/applications/specified-forms-procedures.pdf?view=Binary Thank you for that, the only differnce bet...

my solicitor sent my file to the home office on 8th August 2011 using form SET (O) Version 04/2011 for ILR based on 14 years. Zebra3 it will give you a pain my friend, your application will be invalid due to use of wrong application form. ask your solicitor where he live? on the moon I hope!!! its ...

Hi guys! I have been following this forum recently when I found it by chance. it is eye opening, quite assuring and very helpful at the same time. I intend to apply for ILR under the 14yr rule next month but need to sit for life in the UK test first, the problem is that am worried as from the 18/07...

nchat wrote:I get single occupant discount on my council tax for the apartment I own. Is it considered a council tax benefit (there is a check box for this on ILR form)?

its not considered as a benefit. it will only get considered as a benefit if you have all of the council tax bill paid.

good luck

Hi I am new to this forum. My case is HSMP bn 05/Oct/2006 - 05/Oct/2008 Entered UK on 01/Nov/2006 Extended as Tier 1(Gen) bn 05/Oct/2008 - 05/Oct/2011 Can any one please help me (1). When I should apply for my ILR, like, 28days before 01/Nov/2011 i.e on 04/Oct/2011 (or) 28 days before 05/Oct/2011 i...

jami wrote:Ask your solicitor whether application dated 8th August 2011 on a previous form is valid?

I have emailed him today. will wait and see what he says

thank you.

Hi All, whats the difference between the forms SET (O) Version 04/2011 and SET (O) Version 05/2011? my solicitor sent my file to the home office on 8th August 2011 using form SET (O) Version 04/2011 for ILR based on 14 years. I checked both forms and can not see any difference Thank you Zebra3

I have applied for mine this 9th of August 2011. via a solicitor. good luck.

Zebra3, I thank you for the great link about the processing time for the long residence application, and I wish you all the best of luck in this world for your application. Applications submitted this year are processed far more quicker than the last year, I would imagine your application should no...

Hello Forum I would like to express my gratitude for invaluable contributions made by members, moderators, and the guru's on this forum. This is simply marvelous, the time and the effort taken by the members to answer the most complicated queries with the corresponding hyperlinks is phenomenal. Thi...

a question I sent to the UKBA under FOI act asking about 14 years applications.

interesting reply

http://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/6 ... r.pdf.html

on what basis did you get your actual visa? I got 5 years work permit in Aug ,2006 see point 134 from UKBA Rules http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/immigrationlaw/immigrationrules/part5/ and there is an a post about WP to ILR http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?p=477023&sid=c...

on what basis did you get your actual visa?