When to apply ILR - 5 year completes 15-May-2013

[MonkeyBusiness]

my 5 years on tier 1 will complete on 15-May-2013, but i have visa till 30th june,

my understanding is you can apply 28 days before you complete 5 years

so planning to apply around 29th April,

what confuses me is the statements say 28 days before the end of your visa


can someone confirm this please

[MonkeyBusiness]

i think i got my answer

http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas ... ormset(o)/

website says

Please do not send us your application more than 28 days before the end of your qualifying period. If you do, we may refuse your application with no refund of the fee. However, you must apply before your current permission to stay in the UK ends.

still if a senior member can confirm this for me, will be very helpful

[vinny]

What was the date of your initial entry clearance that was applicable to your qualifying period?
When did you enter the UK?

[MonkeyBusiness]

thanks for quick reply

was granted Tier 1 on 14 may 2008
i was in uk on SEGS or post study work when i applied in 2008

What was the date of your initial entry clearance that was applicable to your qualifying period?
When did you enter the UK?

[vinny]

You may apply for ILR no sooner than 28 days prior to the completion of your qualifying period and before your leave expires.