Tier 2 Vs dependent visa

[pappoosp]

Hi,

I have been living the UK since 2008, my current visa status is Tier 1 dependent visa and valid until June 2012. My emplyer has offered me a Tier 2 sponsorship. When I quiried with UKBA call centre, they advised that I will need to submit my application from India. They asked me to contact publicvisaenqs@........Unfortunately delivery to this email address has failed.

I would like to know if I apply from India in November, how long will this take. If the Home Office rejects my visa, will this affect my current visa, i.e. will I still be able to come back to UK

Many thanks

[Lucapooka]

Average waiting times are available on the UKBS site. If the application is refused you may continue with your current leave and return to the UK.

[geriatrix]

Guide to visa processing times