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ILR - Dependant
Posted: Fri Sep 09, 2011 2:10 pm
by rajainbox
Hi All,
I am applying ILR using SET (O) along with 2 dependants (wife +1 child). I am confused that Should I fill 2 SET-M application forms for Dependants when they apply along with me?
Your answers must help us. Many thanks.
-Raj
Posted: Fri Sep 09, 2011 2:24 pm
by geriatrix
On what basis are you applying for settlement? .... economic migrant / long residence / etc. ... ?
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 4:22 pm
by rajainbox
Hi thanks your reply. I'm applying as Tier 1 General economic migrant (5 years).
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:01 pm
by Greenie
how long has your wife been with you in the UK?
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:09 pm
by gidoc
I am applying ILR using SET (O) along with 2 dependants (wife +1 child). I am confused that Should I fill 2 SET-M application forms for Dependants when they apply along with me?
Answer
Can I include my dependants in my application?
You can use one form for a joint application by you, your partner and any children aged under 18, if they are applying as your dependants. Children over 18 must apply separately.
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:16 pm
by Lucapooka
Gidoc, your reply may be confusing as it is not as clear cut as the words of the text you are citing seem to indicate. The eligibility of the spouse to apply jointly with the PBS migrant comes with strings attached and hinges on the answer to Greenie's question.
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:19 pm
by gidoc
I agree however OP wanted to know if he needs to apply separately for dependants or use one form SET O. One assumes that the spouse is eligible to apply together, hence his question and my answer.
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 5:24 pm
by Greenie
gidoc wrote:I agree however OP wanted to know if he needs to apply separately for dependants or use one form SET O. One assumes that the spouse is eligible to apply together, hence his question and my answer.
it should not be assumed that the spouse is eligible to apply with the main applicant until the OP has answered my question.
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 7:04 pm
by rajainbox
Thanks all of your replies. She has been with me more than 2 years in UK.
I got confused in this message available in UKBA
Can I include my dependants in my application?
You can use one form for a joint application by you, your partner and any children aged under 18, if they are applying as your dependants. Children over 18 must apply separately.
Posted: Sat Sep 10, 2011 10:44 pm
by vinny
rajainbox wrote:Thanks all of your replies. She has been with me more than 2 years in UK.
Your spouse is not your dependent child over 18. You may include your spouse and child under 18 in your
SET(O) application.