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Questions for ILR
Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 10:31 pm
by Babafoya
Dear Sirs / Madame's
If I could take your time on help with 4 questions I have regarding my application for ILR. I have been married to my wife now for more than 7 years. Initially I was granted LIMITED LEAVE TO REMAIN which was valid from April 2011 to April 2014. Then I was granted LEAVE TO REMAIN from May 2014 to May 2017.
Now I intend to apply for ILR. My wife is a British Citizen and so to are our 4 children who all hold British Passports. I am currently on a Zimbabwean passport.
My 4 questions are as follows;
1. Which form do I need to apply for ILR under my current status to gain ILR?
2. What is Premium Service? I ask this because the way I seem to be understanding it is that I can get my ILR on the same day.
3. Do I need a lawyer to assist me with this application?
4. Do I need to complete the LIFE IN THE UK ENGLISH TEST?
I thank you all in advance for your time.
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 11:45 pm
by zimba
1. Which form do I need to apply for ILR under my current status to gain ILR?
SET(M)
2. What is Premium Service? I ask this because the way I seem to be understanding it is that I can get my ILR on the same day.
Visa premium service centres
You can book an appointment to attend a regional office and if eligible, your ILR will be granted on the same day.
3. Do I need a lawyer to assist me with this application?
Depends on the complexity of your case. If your case is straightforward you do not need a lawyer.
4. Do I need to complete the LIFE IN THE UK ENGLISH TEST?
Yes. I suggest you to follow the steps at
https://www.gov.uk/settle-in-the-uk.
When you answer all the questions, It tells you all the information you need know for ILR based on your circumstances
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Sat Apr 15, 2017 12:04 am
by Babafoya
Thank you for your swift response.
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Sat Apr 15, 2017 10:06 am
by CR001
Did you get Discretionary Leave to Remain in 2011 and then extend it for a further 3 years? This is usually 2 x 3 year visas, which would then require you to complete Set(O).
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2017 9:39 pm
by mck2010
Hi ya is it still true that those with 6 years DLR are exempt from
Taking the life in the U.K. Test or has the requirement changed? I can't find the information on the gov uk website
Thanks
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Thu May 25, 2017 8:13 pm
by Babafoya
Hie All
I got my ILR on the 23rd May. Thanks to you all for you advice. I used the Set (O) form and used the Premier Service in Sheffied. My Biometric Card arrived on the 25th. Total paid £2887.
My question now is when can I apply for my British Passport. I have been reading and came across something saying I can apply immediately since my wife has a British Passport? Is this correct?
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Thu May 25, 2017 8:15 pm
by CR001
You can apply immediately to naturlise as British, provided you meet all the requirements. This is a separate process you need to do first to passport application.
What was your immigration status prior to DLR granted in 2011?
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Thu May 25, 2017 8:19 pm
by Babafoya
mck2010 wrote:Hi ya is it still true that those with 6 years DLR are exempt from
Taking the life in the U.K. Test or has the requirement changed? I can't find the information on the gov uk website
Thanks
I had to do the Life in the UK Test. I also had 2 X 3 years DLR.
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Thu May 25, 2017 8:24 pm
by Babafoya
CR001 wrote:You can apply immediately to naturlise as British, provided you meet all the requirements. This is a separate process you need to do first to passport application.
What was your immigration status prior to DLR granted in 2011?
I had over stayed my student visa. Prior to DLR.
Re: Questions for ILR
Posted: Thu May 25, 2017 8:29 pm
by CR001
Then you will only qualify for BC in 2021, 10 years from the date your status was legalised and you were granted ILR.