Clarity on 28 days rule before Indefinite Leave to Remain

[jobstar40]

I first entered the UK on Sept 10th 2007 on a company sponsored work permit. I subsequently applied for a HSMP which was granted in April 2008. I had a further extension of my HSMP, which is now Tier 1 (G), and that expires on May 19th 2013.

Since my date of entry in the UK is Sept 2007, I believe I am eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain. My fifth year in the UK was Sept 2012 so I believe I could have actually applied back then. I was going on holiday in Dec hence my delay.

I have booked my appointment for the 22nd of March 2013 for ILR application. Would I be allowed to make my application based on the fact that my date of entry was Sept 2007 and not regarding my current leave to remain expiration date of May 2013? I am just worried that my application will not be accepted based on the 28 day rule.

Any help is appreciated and thank you in advance

[uksettlement]

28 days rules means you can apply 28 days before completing 5 yrs based on your initial entry / entry clearance as the case may be. You entered in 2007 so you anyways qualify.