Clarification on Earliest ILR Application Date Based on Skilled Worker Visa Timeline

[rambo007]

I hope this message finds you well.

I am seeking clarification regarding the earliest possible date I can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) under the Skilled Worker route.

Here is a brief summary of my visa history and employment timeline:

I was previously in the UK on an ICT visa with my employer.

In March 2021, I received a job offer from a new employer and subsequently applied for a Skilled Worker visa.

My Skilled Worker BRP states a start date of 13th March 2021.

I completed my notice period with the previous employer and was released on 26th April 2021.

I joined the new employer on 27th April 2021. though new employer has my joining date as 07th Apr 2021 in contract somehow - not sure ,why.

Given this timeline, I would appreciate your guidance on which date should be considered the official start of my qualifying period for ILR purposes:

13th March 2021 (BRP start date), or

27th April 2021 (actual employment start date with the Skilled Worker sponsor)?

Accordingly, I would also like to confirm whether I can submit my ILR application 28 days before the relevant qualifying date.

Thank you in advance for your assistance.

[zimba]

The employment start date is irrelevant. Your earliest ILR eligibility date is 13th March 2021 + 5 years - 28 days

Read: Applicants can benefit from the date of the ILR decision