Proof of Cohabitation

[Psnirman]

Hi

I received my first BRP with issue date as 07-08-2014 for first 30th months with valid until date as 06-02-2017.I applied for my 2nd 30 months well before the deadline but they took more than 6 months to process the application and send me the 2nd BRP card with issuance date as 07-09-2017 and expiry date as 11-03-2019

My question is when is the earliest I can apply for ILR. Can I calculate the 60 months from the first date of issuance.

Thank you in advance as I am really struggling to find the answer. Please help!

[CR001]

Did you apply within the UK for your first visa??

You can apply no sooner than within 28 days before 60 months residence.

[Psnirman]

Hello

Thanks for the response

I applied from within the country. I have been in UK for more than 10 years

So I can apply 60 months from the date validity of the first BRP card -28days irrespective of what the expiry date is on my 2nd brp card ?

Thanks

[CR001]

So I can apply 60 months from the date validity of the first BRP card -28days irrespective of what the expiry date is on my 2nd brp card ?

Correct yes.

I have been in UK for more than 10 years

Why didn't you apply for ilr when you almost reach 10 years long residence??

[Psnirman]

Thank you

I did not apply for 2 reasons

The form filling seemed to be frustrating and the application was expensive. since I had a lot of time left on the visa I thought to apply on the 5 year route instead.

One last question I would like to ask is I am worried about the visa being rejected due to some mistake or errors in the form while filing. Do you have any suggestions to keep in mind while filing the details. I do take extra care while filing the general details.

Thanks

[CR001]

The form filling seemed to be frustrating and the application was expensive. since I had a lot of time left on the visa I thought to apply on the 5 year route instead.

ILR costs the same for all routes, not cheaper price for set m. Long residence role has less document requirements.

One last question I would like to ask is I am worried about the visa being rejected due to some mistake or errors in the form while filing. Do you have any suggestions to keep in mind while filing the details. I do take extra care while filing the general details.

You are not applying for a "visa". ILR is not a visa as such.

Simply answer the questions and if stuck asked. We cannot guess your circumstances. If you meet all the requirements, then there should be no issue.

[Psnirman]

Thank you

Yeah it’s true it’s ILR

Your response was very helpful, and I am surprised how prompt were you

I will come back if I get stuck

Thank you once again

[Psnirman]

Hello

Can I submit current and saving bank statement from the same bank as 2 proofs?

Thanks in Advance.