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by mw87 » Sat Mar 27, 2021 4:56 pm
Hi there, apologies if these questions are covered elsewhere on the forum, I'd thoroughly appreciate some advice if not:
1. Some forums appear to refer to a physical copy of the form for Set (O) application, and they go as far as specifying correct ink colour (black). Does a physical copy of the form need to be produced if applying using the online form on the UKVI website?
2. I am using the document checklist on the said online form (above), which gives me the following documents as per below. Do I need to provide any further evidence which may not be listed on this checklist, or can I use this more or less as a comprehensive guide for the supporting documents (provided UKVI / Home Office do not request further documents upon my application?
- passport (current)
- letter/s from employer detailing reasons for work-related absences, incl. annual leave
- other evidence of reasons for absences from UK (Passport documenting visas & stamps, Passenger History from Home Office as part of Subject Access Request. Spreadsheet table outlining all absences.)
- declaration confirming consent for Home Office to request verification checks (printed + signed)
- all previous passports used to travel/remain in UK
- current Biometric Residence Permit
- evidence of immigration status (photocopy of visa page in passport + BRP)
- most recent payslip and bank statement
- letter from sponsor who issued COS stating still required for employment,SOC code, current salary, confirmation at/above appropriate rate for job
3. I have not been asked to provide any evidence of continuous accommodation in the way of tenancy agreements/contracts, letters from landlords, etc. Is it likely this is then not needed?
4. I have not been asked to provide any HMRC information such as P60s/P45s, etc Is it likely this is then not needed?
5. under the question in the form, 'when did you first enter the UK?' is this the date that I entered the UK under my Tier 2 sponsorship, or the date when I first entered on a Tier 5 migrant visa originally?
6. I have heard (perhaps incorrectly) that for the date you submit the application, you must have actually been within the UK, exactly 5 years prior? i.e. my visa expires 16th May 2021, 28 days earlier is 18th April 2021, however I did not enter into the UK on my Tier 2 until 27th April 2016, does this mean I must wait until 27th April 2021 to apply, or can I still apply on 18th April 2021? - hope this question is clear,
Appreciate any and all support/answers,
Many thanks,