**URGENT** Wrong IHS calculation -Tier 2 Dependant Extension partner on ILR

[kooper2000]

Hi,

I have recently received ILR under Tier 2 General Visa route. I am applying for extension of dependent visa for my spouse and son under Tier 2 Dependent Visa (Skilled Workers (Dependants) visa now)

When it comes to IHS payment, as per suggestions on different posts, I entered Work Start as 20/01/21 which is the application submission date and Work End date as 19/01/24 (My ILR dates are from 18-12-20 to 31-12-24). However, the system is calculating IHS Fee for 4 years for both my spouse and son.

Pleas help how I can avoid paying extra? If I pay now, is there a way I can claim refund for extra year.

Many Thanks

[CR001]

You should have out an end date of 3 years from date of application.

Overpaid IHS is usually refunded, but it can take a while.

[kooper2000]

You should have out an end date of 3 years from date of application.

Overpaid IHS is usually refunded, but it can take a while.

Thanks for your prompt response. I assume the date of application is the date when you are finalising the IHS and submitting application. If you see my query I had mentioned "as per suggestions on different posts, I entered Work Start as 20/01/21 which is the application submission date and Work End date as 19/01/24 (My ILR dates are from 18-12-20 to 31-12-24). "

Where did I go wrong? Is there any way to make corrections in application or refund is the only option?

Many thanks

[CR001]

If not submitted and paid, start again.

You should have put 20/1/2021 to 20/1/2024 to get 3 years.

[kooper2000]

If not submitted and paid, start again.

You should have put 20/1/2021 to 20/1/2024 to get 3 years.

Sorry, I'm a little confused. The dates you suggested is "You should have put 20/1/2021 to 20/1/2024 to get 3 years." and the dates I had entered are "Work Start as 20/01/21 which is the application submission date and Work End date as 19/01/24 " which is 1 day less than the day you are suggesting. Still it is calculating for 4 years.

The application is now locked. How do I start again and what happens to this application?

Thanks

[CR001]

No idea then.

Overpaid IHS is refunded usually, it just takes a while.

[kooper2000]

No idea then.

Overpaid IHS is refunded usually, it just takes a while.

The application is now locked. Is there a way I can start application again and what happens to this application in that case?

Thanks

[CR001]

Your choice if you want to start again.

What is the IHS it has charged in total?

As said, IHS overpaid is usually refunded.

[kooper2000]

Your choice if you want to start again.

What is the IHS it has charged in total?

As said, IHS overpaid is usually refunded.

How do I start again? Do I have to register with a different email id? Are we allowed to start another application and what happens to this application in that case?

IHS amount is £2496 (Spouse )+ £1880 (child)

Thanks

[krisv]

You can start a new application anytime, as it is not considered submitted until IHS and application fees are paid.

Just start from the gov.uk webiste link again, when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application.

I did this 3 of 4 times when applying for my wife's dependent visa last month to get the IHS correct.

To get the IHS calculation correct, make the start date the current date (i.e. the date you are filling out the application form)

[kooper2000]

You can start a new application anytime, as it is not considered submitted until IHS and application fees are paid.

Just start from the gov.uk webiste link again, when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application.

I did this 3 of 4 times when applying for my wife's dependent visa last month to get the IHS correct.

To get the IHS calculation correct, make the start date the current date (i.e. the date you are filling out the application form)

Hi,
Thanks for your response. I started with the gov.uk link as below.
https://visas-immigration.service.gov.u ... 1577027492

However, I didn't get the option "when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application". Instead, I had to enter all the starting info and now I am at the start of applicant info.

In the earlier application, when I login from the link emailed to me, it takes me directly to the IHS ref page and there is no option to start a new application. The above link has allowed a new application with same email id. Is it okay to have 2 applications in same email ID?

Thanks

[kooper2000]

You can start a new application anytime, as it is not considered submitted until IHS and application fees are paid.

Just start from the gov.uk webiste link again, when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application.

I did this 3 of 4 times when applying for my wife's dependent visa last month to get the IHS correct.

To get the IHS calculation correct, make the start date the current date (i.e. the date you are filling out the application form)

Hi,
Thanks for your response. I started with the gov.uk link as below.
https://visas-immigration.service.gov.u ... 1577027492

However, I didn't get the option "when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application". Instead, I had to enter all the starting info and now I am at the start of applicant info.

In the earlier application, when I login from the link emailed to me, it takes me directly to the IHS ref page and there is no option to start a new application. The above link has allowed a new application with same email id. Is it okay to have 2 applications in same email ID?

Thanks

Further to add, the earlier application has a UAN number associated to it and IHS amount locked but IHS ref is not entered yet in the application. Is it okay to continue with the new application and what happens to the old application?

Thanks

[kooper2000]

You can start a new application anytime, as it is not considered submitted until IHS and application fees are paid.

Just start from the gov.uk webiste link again, when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application.

I did this 3 of 4 times when applying for my wife's dependent visa last month to get the IHS correct.

To get the IHS calculation correct, make the start date the current date (i.e. the date you are filling out the application form)

Hi,
Thanks for your response. I started with the gov.uk link as below.
https://visas-immigration.service.gov.u ... 1577027492

However, I didn't get the option "when you enter the email address you are using, it will ask whether you want to continue with current application or start a new application". Instead, I had to enter all the starting info and now I am at the start of applicant info.

In the earlier application, when I login from the link emailed to me, it takes me directly to the IHS ref page and there is no option to start a new application. The above link has allowed a new application with same email id. Is it okay to have 2 applications in same email ID?

Thanks

Further to add, the earlier application has a UAN number associated to it and IHS amount locked but IHS ref is not entered yet in the application. Is it okay to continue with the new application and what happens to the old application?

Thanks

Hi Krisv/CR001

Could you please check my above 2 messages and please urgently advice "the earlier application has a UAN number associated to it and IHS amount locked but IHS ref is not entered yet in the application. Is it okay to continue with the new application and what happens to the old application"

Many thanks

[MAY1114]

Hi Kooper2000,

Did you get sorted this issue?
How did you got the correct IHS fee? I think its the visa end date which matters (not works tart/end date).
Anyway, can you please assist me if you were successful or how you solved this issue?

What if one needs less than 3 years visa? Is it possible, if yes, then how?

Why one should pay IHS for 3 years if s/he needs only 6 month extension to complete 5 years.

Your any advice will be highly appreciated, / BR

[kooper2000]

Yes, it got sorted. The end date should be 3 years from the date you start the application. So let's say if you start today 18th Feb, then you enter 18/02/21 - 17/02/24. That's what I did.

The minimum renewal is 3 years. So yes, that's a pain for all even if you need less than 1 year for ILR eligibility

Hi Kooper2000,

Did you get sorted this issue?
How did you got the correct IHS fee? I think its the visa end date which matters (not works tart/end date).
Anyway, can you please assist me if you were successful or how you solved this issue?

What if one needs less than 3 years visa? Is it possible, if yes, then how?

Why one should pay IHS for 3 years if s/he needs only 6 month extension to complete 5 years.

Your any advice will be highly appreciated, / BR

[MAY1114]

The minimum renewal is 3 years. So yes, that's a pain for all even if you need less than 1 year for ILR eligibility

I called HO and they told me to put the visa expiry date until what you want visa.
And I asked further, if one can get less than 3 year visa or if there is a condition for min 3 years visa. I was told there is no such condition.

[CR001]

I called HO and they told me to put the visa expiry date until what you want visa.
And I asked further, if one can get less than 3 year visa or if there is a condition for min 3 years visa. I was told there is no such condition.

The call centre is outsourced to a third party agency called Sitel, you are NOT speaking to ukvi staff or caseworkers when you phone.

The immigration rules are clear that a PBS dependent visa extension is granted for 3 years when the main PBS holder has received ilr or is British. There is no discretion on the 3 years extension or an option to choose a lesser time.

[MAY1114]

Yes, it got sorted. The end date should be 3 years from the date you start the application.

SO you put 3 years end date instead of actual on ILR-Card? Have you got decision of application?

[kooper2000]

Yes, exactly. The Sopra Steria meeting is booked for next month. Decision will definitely take some time.

Yes, it got sorted. The end date should be 3 years from the date you start the application.

SO you put 3 years end date instead of actual on ILR-Card? Have you got decision of application?