FLR(FP) Application time

[Geyyaa]

Wow, I find it ridiculous as my parter apples since September and no word, so tiring as he can’t work.

[Jazzy20]

FLR FP
3rd Extension
Applied Mid March 2023
Biometrics - 01/04/2023
Visa Granted Email - 03/04/2023

Good for you. Was it fast track?

[Boliboli760]

GREAT NEWS
FLR(FP); second extension 10 years route parent of british
FLR FP
2nd Extension
Feewaiver application in Aug 2022
Feewaiver granted October 2022
Completed Application October 2022
Biometrics - 12/11/2022
Visa Granted Email - 19/04/2023

Question; I am going for have a new born this month or early next month. How do I apply for the newborn alone ? As I intend to travel this year. What charges applies to the newborn and can I do priority for the newborn?

[sam550]

FLR FP
3rd Extension
Applied Mid March 2023
Biometrics - 01/04/2023
Visa Granted Email - 03/04/2023

Good for you. Was it fast track?

Hello,

Yes it was under super priority.

Regards

[Umaimah3]

GREAT NEWS
FLR(FP); second extension 10 years route parent of british
FLR FP
2nd Extension
Feewaiver application in Aug 2022
Feewaiver granted October 2022
Completed Application October 2022
Biometrics - 12/11/2022
Visa Granted Email - 19/04/2023

Question; I am going for have a new born this month or early next month. How do I apply for the newborn alone ? As I intend to travel this year. What charges applies to the newborn and can I do priority for the newborn?

hi
congatulation//super quick
how many dependent in ur application?

[Mary1986]

Hello

Has anyone on the Parent route switched to EU Settlement Scheme?

Please advise if you know about this.

Thanks

[Boliboli760]

GREAT NEWS
FLR(FP); second extension 10 years route parent of british
FLR FP
2nd Extension
Feewaiver application in Aug 2022
Feewaiver granted October 2022
Completed Application October 2022
Biometrics - 12/11/2022
Visa Granted Email - 19/04/2023

Question; I am going for have a new born this month or early next month. How do I apply for the newborn alone ? As I intend to travel this year. What charges applies to the newborn and can I do priority for the newborn?

hi
congatulation//super quick
how many dependent in ur application?

2 dependants

[Abigal202312]

Hello all,
Apologies that this isn't a timeline update but I'm hoping someone in this thread will help me with my query. My residency permit expires in early June and I'm preparing my final renewal but just found out about the early irl concession.

Background:

- Came in the UK under a visitor visa at age 10 (I'm now 29)
- Mother is British. Father doesn't live in the country
- Overstayed the visitor visa before applying for anything else
- Had several attempts to get a legal stay refused between 2005-2013
- Granted 10 year private life route in 2014 (20 years old at the time)
- successfully renewed subsequent visa and last renewal was granted in 2020 prior to the concession


My question is do You think I'll be able to be granted early ilr?
Like most people this experience has been daunting for me over the years and I can't afford a solicitor at this time. But do not want to jeopardise my application or make it more complicated - My case has always been regarded as complex by the HO and I can't use the premium service etc.

I have the forms and documents ready for the flr(fp). Will a simple statement in my cover letter asking for the case to be considered for early ilr under the concession be sufficient. I don't want to change routes or use any other forms as I'm worried I'll apply for the wrong thing.


Thanks for your help

[2023vassa]

Hello all,
Apologies that this isn't a timeline update but I'm hoping someone in this thread will help me with my query. My residency permit expires in early June and I'm preparing my final renewal but just found out about the early irl concession.

Background:

- Came in the UK under a visitor visa at age 10 (I'm now 29)
- Mother is British. Father doesn't live in the country
- Overstayed the visitor visa before applying for anything else
- Had several attempts to get a legal stay refused between 2005-2013
- Granted 10 year private life route in 2014 (20 years old at the time)
- successfully renewed subsequent visa and last renewal was granted in 2020 prior to the concession


My question is do You think I'll be able to be granted early ilr?
Like most people this experience has been daunting for me over the years and I can't afford a solicitor at this time. But do not want to jeopardise my application or make it more complicated - My case has always been regarded as complex by the HO and I can't use the premium service etc.

I have the forms and documents ready for the flr(fp). Will a simple statement in my cover letter asking for the case to be considered for early ilr under the concession be sufficient. I don't want to change routes or use any other forms as I'm worried I'll apply for the wrong thing.


Thanks for your help

Hi,

I was in almost the same position as you have described. Thanks to the early ILR concessions I have managed to obtain ILR under this route after having completed 7 years under Private Life (Half life route).

Prior to June 2022, the guidance was to renew your leave to remain and request that you wish to be granted Early ILR in line with the concession. However, since June 2022, there has been a dedicated application process for ILR after 5 years Leave under Private Life (Half Life and under 18s).

I have attached the guidance below.

https://www.gov.uk/apply-indefinite-lea ... ivate-life

You would need to book and pass the Life in the UK exam (at additional cost) prior to submitting your application.

According to the guidance you don't need to provide an English language certificate, however, I personally did sit an approved B1 English exam just as a precaution.

Hope this helps and all the best.

[Abigal202312]

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Hi,

I was in almost the same position as you have described. Thanks to the early ILR concessions I have managed to obtain ILR under this route after having completed 7 years under Private Life (Half life route).

Prior to June 2022, the guidance was to renew your leave to remain and request that you wish to be granted Early ILR in line with the concession. However, since June 2022, there has been a dedicated application process for ILR after 5 years Leave under Private Life (Half Life and under 18s).

I have attached the guidance below.

https://www.gov.uk/apply-indefinite-lea ... ivate-life

You would need to book and pass the Life in the UK exam (at additional cost) prior to submitting your application.

According to the guidance you don't need to provide an English language certificate, however, I personally did sit an approved B1 English exam just as a precaution.

Hope this helps and all the best.
[/quote]

Hi!

Thank you so much for your response! Will be making an indefinite leave application as soon as possible. Will update on the outcome

[Abigal202312]

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Hi,

I was in almost the same position as you have described. Thanks to the early ILR concessions I have managed to obtain ILR under this route after having completed 7 years under Private Life (Half life route).

Prior to June 2022, the guidance was to renew your leave to remain and request that you wish to be granted Early ILR in line with the concession. However, since June 2022, there has been a dedicated application process for ILR after 5 years Leave under Private Life (Half Life and under 18s).

I have attached the guidance below.

https://www.gov.uk/apply-indefinite-lea ... ivate-life

You would need to book and pass the Life in the UK exam (at additional cost) prior to submitting your application.

According to the guidance you don't need to provide an English language certificate, however, I personally did sit an approved B1 English exam just as a precaution.

Hope this helps and all the best.
[/quote]

Hi!

Thank you so much for your response! Will be making an indefinite leave application as soon as possible. Will update on the outcome

[muskan ali]

Hi

I need your guidance please I am going to apply for FLR FP Extension 10 years partner route.
While filling the FLR FP form PARTNER option asking for English and financial requirements of £18600?
Which option Do I have choose then?

Kind regards

[proudlygemini]

I’m so excited
FLR(FP); second extension 10 years route parent of British.
Feewaiver application - 05/09/2022
Fee waiver additional docs requested - 03/10/2022
Feewaiver granted- 26/10/2022
Completed Application -28/10/2022
Biometrics - same biometrics reused 25/11/2022
Visa Granted Email - 11/05/2023
Biometric card arrived: 16/05/2023

[Whyworry]

Congratulations @ Proudlygemini

Please when is the best Month to apply for fee waiver?

I would be applying for last extension as my leave to remain expires September 1st 2023 as a parents of British Children

Thanks

[proudlygemini]

Congratulations @ Proudlygemini

Please when is the best Month to apply for fee waiver?

I would be applying for last extension as my leave to remain expires September 1st 2023 as a parents of British Children

Thanks

Thank you very much.

I made my application for fee waiver just 28days before my leave was to expire. Hope this helps and goodluck.

[Jawad566]

Hi , anyone who applied in 2023 for flr fp extension 10 year route with normal fee ( 1083 pound) without fee waiver and got decision in 3-4 months . Thanks

[Whyworry]

Congratulations @ Proudlygemini

Please when is the best Month to apply for fee waiver?

I would be applying for last extension as my leave to remain expires September 1st 2023 as a parents of British Children

Thanks

Thank you very much.

I made my application for fee waiver just 28days before my leave was to expire. Hope this helps and goodluck.

Alright, Thanks for getting back to me.

[MsZaf]

Hi, just looking for some advice on the fee waiver you can apply for.

The bank statements that we need to provide do these include your credit card statements aswell?

Thanks

[CR001]

Hi, just looking for some advice on the fee waiver you can apply for.

The bank statements that we need to provide do these include your credit card statements aswell?

Thanks

No, it is bank statements only reflecting your money. Credit card money is not your money, it is the banks money.

[Joe15]

FLR(FP) First extension on Private life basis only (Family of 4)

Fee Waiver Application: 23 Jan 2023
Fee Waiver Further evidence requested: 22 February 2023
Fee Waiver Incl IHS granted: 10 March 2023
FLR (FP) application: 21 March 2023
Biometrics - Sheffield SSC: 06 April 2023.

[Sanz5]

I have been a silent reader thought I should share my timeline might help some one as most post have either helped me or give me hope that I'm not alone
Timeline was an
Overstayer before with 2 british kid and partner ilr
First flr fp was granted July 2017
Took 9 months for decision to be made
Contacted mp when I didn't here from HO. As at then I didn't have a bank account on my name, some of the bills was on my name to show proof of living together. I register with my name or both names and use my partner bank details to set up direct debit.
I was granted 2.5yrs 10yr partner route no recourse to public fund.
Applied for renewal 1/12 2019 as brp expires jan 2020. I filled the same flr fp as stated by HO website but I meet all the requirements to switch to 5 yr route.
Online applications nov 2019
Book for biometric paid £100 and extra £40 to scan doc
Biometric done a 7/12/19 doc scanned too
Employer sent email regarding brp about to expire
Emailed my ref number as stated by someone here since I didn't get an acknowledgement letter.
No further contact from employer
Brp received: pending been 7 weeks now
Got a missed delivery today fingers cross it's my brp going to the post office Tomorrow
We undate tomorrow.
P.s I'm trying to switch to 5yr route as I fulfil all the requirements hubby earn 32 grand and I passed my English exam. Fingers cross

UPDATE went to the post office early this morning I was granted 30 months 5yr partner route. Awaiting my brp.
I'm happy to ans any questions relating to my case

Hi Osas1,


I have been granted a 2.5 yrs visa in Feb 2021 after a long case to prove that I and my partner are in a genuine relationship. I and my partner been together since 2011, but not married and don't have children. I am on 10 yrs route and due to extend for the first time after initial grant. I would like to switch to the 5 yrs route. You mentioned that you have switch to FLR(M) by filling application FLR(FP). I have the income and English language requirements. Can you please elaborate on how to do the application FLR(FP) for switching to FLR(M)? I have also red in the FLR(M) guidance notes the following;

You must not use this form to make an application for an extension of stay in the following
categories:
• As the partner of a serving member of HM Armed Forces under Appendix Armed Forces of the
Immigration Rules. You must complete form FLR(AF).
• On the 10 year Partner route under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules. You must complete
form FLR(FP)



Would you please help me to understand which application should I send for switching to 5 years route and basically whether actually i am eligible to do so knowing that we are unmarried partners?


Thank you


Sanz

[MsZaf]

Hello,

I applied for a few waiver before I submit a extension application. It's been over 5 weeks and I've had no response. Could anyone tell me what the approximate wait time is at the moment please?

Thanks

[emandanny]

My fee waiver took 34 working days to get a decision. I applied on April 2nd and was granted on May 19th. Most fee waivers are decided between 6-12 weeks. Hang in there, you will hear back soon.

[emandanny]

Here's my timeline for anyone that is looking to make an application. And yes, I used the FLR M form cause EX1 applies. I met all the requirements but one (no valid leave), so I used FLR M form because why not.

First of all, I was an overstayer (7 years 6 months), lived in UK 11 years in total, came on a student visa. I declined to use a solicitor and proceeded to do it myself, of course, I read up on it extensively to make sure that I get it right and luckily I did.


Solicitor used: No
Fee waiver application submission: 2nd April 2023
Further evidence: 18th May 2023
Fee waiver granted including IHS: 19th May 2023 (35 working days)
FLR (M) submitted: 22nd May 2023 (standard)
Biometrics: 3rd June 2023 (free)
Additional evidence: None
Decision email (granted): 6th July 2023 (24 working days) from biometrics....on the 10 year route but I'll be applying in the coming days to switch to the 5 year route, now that I have met all the conditions.
BRP: Waiting
Passport: Waiting

My application wasn't the most straightforward as a result of my overstaying, but besides that, I met all other requirements but that plus it also helps when you have no criminal record or owe debt to the NHS.
Obviously, I still had to show why I should be granted LTR, which I was able to prove that a refusal would result in very harsh consequences. Having a child on the way certainly helps

It is fair to say that I have been pretty fortunate with the processing time.

If anyone has any question, I am happy to answer.

[CR001]

Here's my timeline for anyone that is looking to make an application. And yes, I used the FLR M form cause EX1 applies. I met all the requirements but one (no valid leave), so I used FLR M form because why not.

First of all, I was an overstayer (7 years 6 months), lived in UK 11 years in total, came on a student visa. I declined to use a solicitor and proceeded to do it myself, of course, I read up on it extensively to make sure that I get it right and luckily I did.


Solicitor used: No
Fee waiver application submission: 2nd April 2023
Further evidence: 18th May 2023
Fee waiver granted including IHS: 19th May 2023 (35 working days)
FLR (M) submitted: 22nd May 2023 (standard)
Biometrics: 3rd June 2023 (free)
Additional evidence: None
Decision email (granted): 6th July 2023 (24 working days) from biometrics....on the 10 year route but I'll be applying in the coming days to switch to the 5 year route, now that I have met all the conditions.
BRP: Waiting
Passport: Waiting

My application wasn't the most straightforward as a result of my overstaying, but besides that, I met all other requirements but that plus it also helps when you have no criminal record or owe debt to the NHS.
Obviously, I still had to show why I should be granted LTR, which I was able to prove that a refusal would result in very harsh consequences. Having a child on the way certainly helps

It is fair to say that I have been pretty fortunate with the processing time.

If anyone has any question, I am happy to answer.

1. Please do not attempt to change the heading of this topic to FLR M.

2. if you have been granted a visa on the 10 year route, it is FLR FP and NOT FLR M route. They are two completely different sets of immigration rules.

3. Timeline update in the FLR M topic is not relevant to you if you have been granted FLR FP 10 year route. Your post was removed. There risk a specific timeline only topic for flr FP. The link below is specifically for timelines only, not long paragraphs of details you have already posted in this topic.

immigration-for-family-members/flr-fp-f ... l#p2100490