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by Echoes
Sat Feb 17, 2018 8:47 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR Refused based on IR Paragraph 245HF
Replies: 6
Views: 1068

Re: ILR Refused based on IR Paragraph 245HF

You've been incorrectly advised that your qualifying period started from the date your CoS was issued. Your qualifying period starts from the date your Tier-2 entry clearance is issued. You applied too early and HO's decision to refuse your application was legally correct, therefore, there's no chan...
by Echoes
Thu Feb 15, 2018 7:20 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: English language requirement for ILR (UK)
Replies: 14
Views: 7612

Re: English language requirement for ILR (UK)

I sat IELTS General Training and was awarded an overall score of 8.5 back in 2012. The trouble is, whilst our certificates do satisfy the current English level requirement, they were removed from the list of acceptable tests in Nov 2015. The only tests that are acceptable now are the ones having SEL...
by Echoes
Mon Feb 12, 2018 7:46 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Tier 2 General to ILR
Replies: 12
Views: 1503

Re: Tier 2 General to ILR

Your salary must be at least £35000 (£35500 from 6th of April) or equal to the rate specified in relevant SOC code, whichever is higher.

My understanding is, you'll have to be paid at least £39K to qualify if that's the amount for your SOC code.
by Echoes
Wed Jan 31, 2018 11:30 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Unsigned application form
Replies: 1
Views: 203

Re: Unsigned application form

It will probably be returned as invalid.
by Echoes
Tue Jan 16, 2018 1:14 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: You can now apply online for ILR using SET(O)?
Replies: 14
Views: 5623

Re: You can now apply online for ILR using SET(O)?

I wonder what would be the application date if we apply online and choose PEO appointment.
by Echoes
Tue Jan 16, 2018 12:30 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Tier 2 to ILR Salary Increase
Replies: 0
Views: 431

Tier 2 to ILR Salary Increase

Hi, I'm planning to apply for ILR by the end of March. In April last year I successfully negotiated a £6000 pay rise, that bumped my salary from £32000 to £38000 pa. The increase was reported to the HO as a performance based raise. Now my employer is giving everyone a pay rise, which will increase m...
by Echoes
Thu Jan 11, 2018 10:22 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Changes in IELTs requirement for ILR
Replies: 3
Views: 333

Re: Changes in IELTs requirement for ILR

You have to book another exam, I'm afraid. I've booked mine for 3 February, £162.50 down the drain.
by Echoes
Thu Jan 11, 2018 9:47 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: UK ILR applications - accepted B1 level Cambridge English exams
Replies: 2
Views: 636

Re: UK ILR applications - accepted B1 level Cambridge English exams

Unfortunately, even valid non-SELT IELTS is not acceptable anymore. She'll have to sit a SELT exam I'm afraid. Totally unnecessary, but that's how HO rolls.
by Echoes
Thu Jan 11, 2018 9:27 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Successful PEO/PSC ILR applications
Replies: 944
Views: 192367

Re: Successful PEO/PSC ILR applications

Massive thanks to everyone on this Forum. Its been a massive help for me getting to this point. 1. Category. Tier2 General 5 year route 2. Number of dependents. 0 3. Total cost. £2880 4. PEO branch. Croydon 5. Documents provided. Application form Letter from employer Current passport 2 photos BRP c...
by Echoes
Tue Jan 02, 2018 10:04 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 visa. Address in UK mandatory???
Replies: 17
Views: 1811

Re: IELTS FOR UKVI, GENERAL OR ACADEMIC. VISA REJECTED.

Both General Training and Academic flavours are accepted for Tier 2. The important bit is the "for UKVI" part that you overlooked last time.
by Echoes
Wed Dec 13, 2017 1:03 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: ILR Salary Threshold - Pension & Other Deductions
Replies: 1
Views: 566

Re: ILR Salary Threshold - Pension & Other Deductions

Shouldn't be a problem IMO. ILR pay threshold is set as gross income not net.

Pension contributions are same as getting paid and putting some of the money aside in savings, share contributions are same as getting paid and then investing some of the money in shares.
by Echoes
Thu Dec 07, 2017 10:35 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Fast Track SAR
Replies: 1
Views: 225

Re: Fast Track SAR

I emailed them to enquire about the status of my request and asked if they are going to send it in post or email. Got the following reply after 3 days. WTH?


Dear Sir

Apologies for the delay, we are currently working on your request and aim to have it completed soon.

Regards
SARU
by Echoes
Sun Dec 03, 2017 3:50 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Fast Track SAR
Replies: 1
Views: 225

Fast Track SAR

I applied for my Fast Track SAR on the 4th of November which HO acknowledged to have received on 8th of November. I have not received any further correspondence from them. Can anyone with experience or information advise the following please? 1. Is Fast Track SAR file sent in post or by email? 2. Si...
by Echoes
Sat Nov 25, 2017 1:11 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Does trading has negative impact on ILR application
Replies: 7
Views: 622

Re: Does trading has negative impact on PR application

makky86 wrote:
Fri Nov 24, 2017 6:53 pm
As far as I know if you trade then you will have to pay tax on the profits. This might create issues when you apply for the ILR. I suggest don't do anything which may create issues later on.
Depends on type of trading. Spread betting is tax free in the UK. CFDs are not.
by Echoes
Fri Jun 30, 2017 8:43 am
Forum: Comments about discussion board
Topic: If you wish to change your username, please post here
Replies: 487
Views: 140734

Re: If you wish to change your username, please post here

Didn't realise this thread existed.

Can I have my username changed to one of the following please?

VapourTrail
Echoes
ClusterOne

Many thanks
by Echoes
Wed Jun 28, 2017 12:46 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Urgent! Minimum salary for experienced worker under SOC 2136
Replies: 8
Views: 2957

Re: Urgent! Minimum salary for experienced worker under SOC

*Moderator feel free to move* It is not my intention to hijack the thread but I wanted Imumtaz to see this, as I look forward to his/her response. @Imumtaz, do you know if the info. from https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-j-codes-of-practice-for-skilled-work ov...
by Echoes
Tue Jun 27, 2017 8:25 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Urgent! Minimum salary for experienced worker under SOC 2136
Replies: 8
Views: 2957

Re: Urgent! Minimum salary for experienced worker under SOC

The current minimum salary for experience workers under SOC 2136 is £32000 p.a. for a 39 hour week. Anything below that salary will almost certainly result in a refusal.


https://www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration ... illed-work
by Echoes
Tue Jun 27, 2017 8:20 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 (General) visa to ILR
Replies: 3
Views: 312

Re: Tier 2 (General) visa to ILR

1. Non-settlement
2. Yes
3. Yes, after obtaining a visa and moving to the UK. Just holding the visa will not make you resident.
by Echoes
Mon Jun 19, 2017 9:08 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Declaring overturned visa refusal in new applications
Replies: 5
Views: 752

Re: Declaring overturned visa refusal in new applications

I'm not sure if you must but I think you should. One of my wife's previous visa application was refused due to insufficient documentation. We reapplied and included further documentation to address ECO's concerns and a visa was granted. We've declared that in all subsequent applications without detr...
by Echoes
Wed Jun 14, 2017 2:00 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Free childcare - Visa Tier 2
Replies: 8
Views: 9058

Re: Free childcare - Visa Tier 2

Above advice is incorrect.

You do not qualify for free child care if you are a non-EEA national with no recourse to public funds.
by Echoes
Fri May 05, 2017 11:34 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Resident Labour Market Test Proof
Replies: 4
Views: 761

Re: Resident Labour Market Test Proof

You do not need to submit any proof of RLMT with your visa application. Your employer will have to provide reference numbers to the HO during CoS allocation stage. They must also keep the proof of advertisement in their records for at least one year.
by Echoes
Fri May 05, 2017 8:51 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 with Disabled Kid
Replies: 6
Views: 1865

Re: Tier 2 with Disabled Kid

Having an EHC Plan is not classed as "recourse to public funds". Children of legally working migrants are entitled to free school education. Your child should get an EHC plan depending on her needs and how well you present your case to the LA.
by Echoes
Fri May 05, 2017 8:38 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 with Disabled Kid
Replies: 6
Views: 1865

Re: Tier 2 with Disabled Kid

We have tier 2 ICT visa which states no access to public funds I see in the response, someone said there would not be any issue in accessing the education or healthcare. Healthcare is provided by NHs and we all entitled for it. We have a child with special needs and we are struggling to get her in ...
by Echoes
Thu Apr 20, 2017 8:18 am
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Tier 2 General to ILR Salary Concerns
Replies: 3
Views: 485

Re: Tier 2 General to ILR Salary Concerns

Thanks for replying zimba88.
by Echoes
Tue Apr 18, 2017 4:17 pm
Forum: Indefinite Leave to Remain
Topic: Tier 2 General to ILR - Dependants' Eligibility
Replies: 4
Views: 296

Re: Tier 2 General to ILR - Dependants' Eligibility

Many thanks for responding and for correcting me.
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