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HAVE ILR , DO I HAVE RECOURSE TO PUBLIC FUNDS?

Questions and discussions about claiming benefits while living and working in the UK

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netrader
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HAVE ILR , DO I HAVE RECOURSE TO PUBLIC FUNDS?

Post by netrader » Wed Mar 11, 2009 5:33 pm

Hello there,
I hold a residence permit which states indefinite leave to remain.
When would i qualify for public funds , as a man at the job centre said the permit needs to come with a letter from the home office saying i am entitled to public funds. The home office did not give me any such letter.
I would like some clarity on the subject or where would i apply for such a letter.
warm regards netrader
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vinny
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Post by vinny » Fri Mar 13, 2009 12:23 am

Unless you (or your sponsor) signed a undertaking on maintenance and accommodation, then as an ILR holder, you are allowed to claim public funds. Normally, public funds restrictions would be endorsed on your residence permit.
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herts
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Post by herts » Sat Mar 21, 2009 9:21 am

Hi Netrader,
Did you get the public fund sorted out, did you had to get a letter from HO or passport was ok for getting funds?
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