Timeline: Tier 2, Moving To UK, ILR, Sponsorship Of Parent

[jasey]

Hi guys

I've done a fair bit of reading up about the Tier 2 visa process, and the parent sponsorship process, so I just want to confirm if the way I understand it is correct. For example:

1. Tier 2 visa granted on 1 January 2012.
2. Move to UK on 1 February 2012.
3. On 1 February 2017, I receive ILR.
4. On 2 February 2017, I apply to sponsor my 71 year old mother to join me.
5. On 1 February 2018, I apply for citizenship.

Some questions:

Is the above correct?

What is the average timeline of parent visa approvals?

Once approved, will my mother arrive with ILR status or citizenship? If so, then she is legally able to work and claim medical benefits in the future, as any other permanent resident or citizen is allowed, correct? Even though I would have to prove that I have the funds to support her as part of her visa application, if she is a permanent resident or citizen, she has the same rights as anyone else of this status surely?

Thanks for your help

[Greenie]

it is virtually impossible for anyone to give you advice on applications you intend to make in 5 years time.

In addition, both settlement for a Tier 2 migrant, and settlement for elderly dependent relatives have been the subject of recent consultations and the government is proposing that Tier 2 will not automatically lead to settlement, and that for elderly dependent relatives, they will be subject to a probationary period and not automatically granted indefinite leave.

Giving you an average timeline for approval of an application that you are not going to be making for at least 5 years is pointless.

Currently, applicants who apply under the elderly dependent relative rule are automatically granted Indefinite leave to enter or remain. (Not citizenship) however, you would be subject to a maintenance undertaking and your mother would not be permitted to claim public funds for 5 years.

I would suggest you concentrate for now on your own immigration status and look into whether your mother can join you if any when you yourself are granted ILR.

[jasey]

brilliant reponse and info, thanks very much for the detailed reply