Status if DL rejected but current leave still valid?

[johnjkjk]

I'm on Tier 2 General for another couple of years but may be eligible to apply for discretionary leave under a certain category.

If I were to put in an application, and it got rejected, would my existing leave be curtailed or would it continue? Conversely, would it automatically be rejected since I do leave leave to remain for a while?

Would such a rejection affect my 'record' for any future ILR applications?

Thanks!

[Lucapooka]

It will replace your existing leave which will continue if it's refused. Why do you need DL; is your current leave and its continuity in some jeopardy?

[johnjkjk]

Thanks for the info. Why DL? In the short term yes, my current leave is in jeopardy, I am due to work for a new employer but they haven't had much success in obtaining a sponsor licence. I've essentially been head-hunted and if my current employer finds out, I may be made redundant out of spite.

Apart from that, tier 2 is highly restrictive- Can't easily switch employers, be self-employed etc and I may be eligible for DL, so I thought I'd give it a go.

[Greenie]

On what grounds do you think you are eligible for DL?

[johnjkjk]

I'm sure you'll appreciate that I can't quite go into further detail on an open forum, but suffice it to say, I have strong grounds!

[Greenie]

If you can't go into it then no one can comment. Seek legal advice.

[johnjkjk]

Hi Greenie- I really do appreciate your taking the time to reply, however I was interested in a specific query which has been answered by Lucapooka. I don't need advice on my DL application, but thank you for offering!

Thanks everyone for your assistance, this forum is wonderful.