Switch from Work Permit to HSMP

aqua_freak · Post by **aqua_freak** » Fri Jul 15, 2005 8:34 pm

Hello Everybody,

I am in UK as WP holder for the last 3 months. I have been here before as student and completed my Masters.

Can please someone tell is it possible to switch from WP to HSMP and if so can I apply now with my 3 pay slips or do i require 12 months income proof.

ALl the help in this regard will be appreciated.

Aqua_Freak

Smit · Post by **Smit** » Mon Jul 18, 2005 12:25 pm

You are allowed to switch into HSMP from work permit in country provided your HSMP application has been approved. Please read HSMP guidance regarding your HSMP queries.

aqua_freak · Post by **aqua_freak** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 12:15 am

Many Thanks for the Smit. I shall have a look at that. Has anyone been successful in this?

MWazir · Post by **MWazir** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 4:25 pm

Many people (myself included) have switched from work permit to HSMP and it has be relatively straightforward in my case.

jazbaati99 · Post by **jazbaati99** » Wed Jul 20, 2005 10:50 pm

I myself switched from a work permit to an hsmp. In my personal opinion, being on work permit has a certain advantage in obtaining an hsmp, as you are already settled in uk with a job and income. Moreover easily verifiable reference, uk bank statements etc.

aqua_freak · Post by **aqua_freak** » Sat Jul 23, 2005 8:53 am

Thanks Jaz and Mwazir for info. Before I proceed, just wanted to confirm is it ok to state that my income was that of 3 months and not of 1 year. will the hsmp team consider this or will the require 1 year proof of income.

Thanks

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