Switching from Tier 4 to Tier 2 Dependant

[ataman]

Me and my girlfriend came to UK 1.5 years ago with Tier 4 visa and lived in the same place. She wasnt my dependant with her Tier 4 visa.

I applied for Tier 2 visa and my partner applied at the same time as me as my dependant.

I got rejected because of a salary issue and thinking to appeal. When i talked to someone, he told me that my partner should go to her country and apply as my dependant after I get my visa.

Does it sound right? Cant she appeal at the same time as me?

Thanks!

[ban.s]

your received correct advice. one can't switch in country from an independant category leave to remain to dependant category ( and vice versa).

[ban.s]

moreover, unmarried couples need to live together in a relationship akin to marriage, for atleast 2 years, to be eligible for "dependant" application.

[Greenie]

Has your girlfriend received a decision on her application?