Hi, As we all know that Tier 1 Dependents who applied after July 2012 need to stay with her/his main applicant for 5 years in UK before they can apply for ILR. I have few doubts as below, please can anyone help with them. 1. Does this 5 years need to be continuous (without any long gaps say 1 or 2 y...

Hi Vinny, Thanks for the details, one final question. Is there any rule for 5 years continuous period for the dependent, like they cannot stay out of UK for more than 180 days in an year etc., Or is it a simple accumulation of all the period they spent in UK should be equal to 5 years ? Also, I just...

Hi Vinny,

Thanks, is there any specific amount of time the partner need to wait to apply for citizenship after getting the ILR.

Regards,
Srikanth.

Hi Shrini,

Don't we have a provision to apply for citizenship as a partner of British Citizen after staying and being togather for 2 years in UK ?

Do we still need to wait for 5 years then apply for ILR and then apply for Citizenship ?

Thanks,
Srikanth;

Hi All, I had a successful application for PBS Dependent Extension (Tier 1 General) today at Croydon PEO, but I am concerned about the "To Date" they have given. As per the "ADDENDUM - Tier 1 General" (as attached) I can see that they need to extend the leave upto the time she can finish her 5 years...

Hi,

Also, do they ask for her earnings details in UK, like her payslips, dividend vouchers etc.,

I know that they are going to check her fund maintenance for 90 days in bank statements.

Thanks,
Srikanth.

Hi, I got my ILR recently (I was on Tier 1 General), I am now planning to apply for my wife's Tier 1 Gen Dependent extension.. while filling the online form for in person appointment which option do we need to select for this.. Which application form are you using to make your application?* 1. PBS D...

Hi, I got my ILR recently (I was on Tier 1 General), I am now planning to apply for my wife's Tier 1 Gen Dependent extension.. while filling the online form for in person appointment which option do we need to select for this.. Which application form are you using to make your application?* 1. PBS D...

Hi Rustynail,

I am also applying for my wife's tier 1 general dependent visa, can you please confirm with "Yes" as answer for all your questions did you faced any issues during that time.

Thanks,
Srikanth

Hi Eskay, I am going for ILR in-person appointment tomorrow. Have they paid much attention on the absences letter even you didn't exceeded the 180 threshold. Also are they doing a thorough check of the Ltd Company documents like Corporation Tax, P60, Annual Returns, Accounts etc. Can you share the s...

Hi,

I my self eligible for ILR after 22nd December 2014, and may get citizenship by Dec 2015.

I am concerned about my wife's type of visa I need to apply after I get my ILR.

Thanks,
Srikanth.

Hi Vinny, Yes, just wondering what is the use in spending £1600 for Tier 1 Ext when there is no chance of getting ILR after April 2018. I think, it is better to go with FLR (M) which is £600 atleast we can save some money until they make a decision on ILR. Also, what is the duration to apply for cit...

Hi, But point 4 says, there is no chance of applying for ILR after 5th April 2018, so even If my wife get her Tier 1 Gen extension till May 2018, she cannot apply for ILR as per this point 4) The Home Office will assess what provisions are needed for indefinite leave to remain applications once all ...

Hi, My wife got her Tier 1 Gen dependent Visa in April 2013 (Visa valid till 22nd March 2015) and landed here on 16th May 2013. As per the below new rules, I am confused with the type of visa she need to apply after I get my ILR in January 2015 Rule 1: As she got her visa after July 2012, she need t...

Hi kayramu, I am also in similar situation, my wife also graduated from JNTU Kakinada and need to prove her English qualification. Can you please let me know the procedure to apply for that generic letter ? also would you mind sharing that letter to me on my email id : n.varmas@gmail.com finally, ha...

Hi, My wife got her Tier 1 Gen dependent Visa in April 2013 (Visa valid till 22nd March 2015) and landed here on 16th May 2013. As per the below new rules, I am confused with the type of visa she need to apply after I get my ILR in January 2015 Rule 1: As she got her visa after July 2012, she need t...

Hi, I am planning to go for my ILR in Jan 2015, I will be completing 5 years by 17th Jan 2015. I have a valid Tier 1 Gen Visa until 22nd March 2015. I can even apply from 22nd Dec 2014 but don't want to take a chance it in Christmas time. my question is, I am also planning for holidays from end of D...

Hi all, I am planning to apply for my ILR (PEO - InPerson) in January 2015, but planning go for a holiday outside UK for 2 weeks before applying. I also have a chance of applying for ILR from 23rd Dec, but want to avoid it because of Christmas delays/caseworkers holidays. Can some one help me with t...

Hi Sufibaba,

Thanks for the response, do you know the appealing process..

1. Does it need to be done in UK or India
2. Any idea about how much cost it involves
3. What documents they need

Thanks,
Sri.

Hi, My mother's visitor visa to UK was rejected twice (August 2013 and April 2014). I am putting the reason for rejections, please advice me how to proceed and if I am doing any mistakes while filling the applications please let me know. Both the times they have issue with her financial status in In...

Hi, I am in similar situation, my mother's visitor visa to UK was rejected twice (August 2013 and April 2014). I am putting the reason for rejections, please advice me how to proceed and if I am doing any mistakes while filling the applications please let me know. Both the times they have issue with...

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Hi bubin,

have you seen such cases in the past..

I called ukba customer care.. they are not able to tell my extended visa validity period with the ref no on the conf letter.. don't know if they can find those details at the time of my wife's visa processing

Hi,

I attended my Tier 1 Gen Extension at Cardiff PEO

App Date : 22.03.13
Outcome: Confirmed on the same day, returned all docs
BRP: still waiting

Anyone attended Cardiff at similar time, pls let me know ur status

Hi, I am planning to apply my wife's Tier 1 General Dependent Visa from India. I got my visa extension last friday (got the confirmation letter on the same day at Cardiff PEO) but still waiting for the Delivery of my BRP Card. Now there less time and my wife's visa appointment in India is next week,...