ILR qualifying period for 10 years long residence route super priority application

[kepop]

Hi

I have a few questions re my impending ILR application. I arrived in the UK on 25/02/2014 and have been on the private live route which would enable me to apply for ILR after completing 10 years. I will be completing 10 years of continuous residence on 25/02/2024.

One of the solicitors I consulted advised me that I cannot apply for ILR on private life route if I want to use the super priority service as it’s not currently available for that route so he advised me to apply via the 10 year long residence route as I’m also eligible under that route. I need some clarification on the blow please:

1. When is the earliest I can submit my application if I’m using the super priority service under 10 years long residence route? Is it still 28 days before I complete 10 years, that is after 28/01/2024? Or should I wait until I have completed the 10 year period on the dot to apply, that is after 25/02/2024?

2. If I have to wait until after 25/02/2024 to apply, then is it possible to prepare the application online submit, pay and book super priority service a week or so before 25/02/2024 and then book a biometric appointment after I have completed the 10 year period, that is after 25/02/2024? Does it matter that I submitted the application slightly earlier before completing the 10 years period as long as I book the biometrics for after I complete the 10 years period?

3. I’m currently living with my parents and the council tax is addressed to my parents. Do I have to produce council tax bills so does it not apply to me?

4. Do I require a letter from my employer confirming my employment details?

If you could please clarify the above I would be most grateful. Thank you so much.

[zimba]

The date of application does NOT really matter. You will be eligible for ILR within 28 days of completing your 10 years. As long as your ILR decision date is on or after that date, you can get ILR. See: How to apply early and benefit from the date of the ILR decision ?

The long residence route does NOT require anything from your employer or council

[kepop]

Thanks Zimba for your prompt reply.

Just to make sure, does that mean I can apply using the super priority service 28 days before I complete 10 years? So in my case the earliest I can apply is on or after 28/01/2024? Also if I manage to secure a biometric appointment early this would mean that I would be getting a decision under super priority way before my 10 years is complete, so that date when the decision is made is before completion of 10 years, is that ok?

I am only asking again because one of the solicitors told me if I’m going for super priority I have to make the application after the full 10 years is complete so what he advised was after 25/02/2024 which is why I’m confused.

Also do I need a letter from my parents confirming that I’m living with them for proof of address evidence?

Many thanks in advance.

[zimba]

The solicitor is wrong. UKVI 28-day concession applies, so you will be eligible for ILR from that date onwards. There is no need to complete the 10 years to become eligible for ILR as such concession applies under ALL routes. With a super-priority service, your ILR decision date can technically match the date you become eligible.

You do not need anything from your parents as you are applying on your own and need to qualify on your own under the long residence route

[kepop]

Thank you so much for clarifying! Very helpful.

I wonder if you could please give me a list of documents or direct me to guidance on I would need for ILR under 10 year route please? I’m a bit unsure and would like to collate as much as possible so I can be ready to go end of this month.

Thanks

[zimba]

Here is the guide: https://www.gov.uk/government/publicati ... accessible

You simply need your passports over the last 10 years, LIUK and English language. That is all

[kepop]

You are amazing! Thank you so much. I’ll have a look.

[kepop]

Hi

Sorry me again, I’ve just finished reading the document you very helpfully linked here and was wondering whether I need to submit a cover letter with my long residence ILR application? I’m asking because I’m not sure how else to prove my strong ties to the UK as in mentioning that I have immediate and extended family here, full time job, attended university etc. Is it advisable to also attach photographs of family and friends?

Secondly, my circumstances have changed in that I got married over a year ago to a non UK resident who is currently a PR holder in Canada. As it’s a change in circumstances I think this needs to be declared - is that correct? Do I also have to explain that although my husband is in Canada right now he will join me here in the UK and we will settle down here? Is this necessary to mention? Is a marriage certificate required for submission? Im just concerned that this might be an issue when it comes to them considering whether or not I will continue to live here after ILR.

Also do I need to provide proof of income, payslips and bank statements or is that not necessary for this category?

I’m just used to providing so many documentation for visa renewals over the years and now when it’s only limited basic documents it feels very strange so just want to be sure.

Thanks so much in advance!

[CR001]

I’ve just finished reading the document you very helpfully linked here and was wondering whether I need to submit a cover letter with my long residence ILR application? I’m asking because I’m not sure how else to prove my strong ties to the UK as in mentioning that I have immediate and extended family here, full time job, attended university etc. Is it advisable to also attach photographs of family and friends?

No to all.

Secondly, my circumstances have changed in that I got married over a year ago to a non UK resident who is currently a PR holder in Canada. As it’s a change in circumstances I think this needs to be declared - is that correct? Do I also have to explain that although my husband is in Canada right now he will join me here in the UK and we will settle down here? Is this necessary to mention? Is a marriage certificate required for submission? Im just concerned that this might be an issue when it comes to them considering whether or not I will continue to live here after ILR.

No. There is NO requirement to inform UKVI if you married someone abroad. You simply need to state your marital status in the application form.

Also do I need to provide proof of income, payslips and bank statements or is that not necessary for this category?

No.

I’m just used to providing so many documentation for visa renewals over the years and now when it’s only limited basic documents it feels very strange so just want to be sure.

Minimal documents as already advised. Do NOT submit a whole lot of totally unnecessary documents you 'think' are relevant.

[kepop]

Hi, thank you so much! When you say I just need to state my marital status on the form, I just have to say I’m married and leave it at that? No further explanation about where my spouse is etc right? Marriage is not registered in the UK.

Thanks again

[CR001]

I just have to say I’m married and leave it at that?

Yes.

No further explanation about where my spouse is etc right?

No.

Marriage is not registered in the UK.

Irrelevant. If you are married abroad, there is no requirement or option to register marriage in the UK.

You are overthinking. Simply answer the questions honestly and submit the minimal documents required.

[kepop]

Thank you so much!! You guys are super helpful. I’m so sorry I have a tendency to overthink everything, I know it’s not healthy thanks again!!

[kepop]

Hellooo, me again! I’ve started to fill out the SET (LR) form online and I just wanted to check something.

Under relationship status I selected “married or civil partner” and towards the end of the application I’m being asked the following questions in relation to my marriage and my partner:

- Do you and your partner currently live together? IF NO, explain why
- Do you and your partner intend to live together in the future, explain if yes how and if no why not.
- Partner’s current nationality
- Partner’s country of residence and address

I’m also being asked to provide supporting documents as follows:

* Evidence you have to prove the relationship with Mr X (for example marriage certificates), and correspondence addressed either to you jointly, or in both of your names, or addressed individually to you at the same address, to cover the last two years

* Proof of your relationship status as the married or civil partner of Mr X.

* Document(s) showing Mr X's immigration status such as a passport, biometric residence card, or vignette.

I’m a bit confused they are asking so much details and supporting documents with regards to my relationship status because according to what you said I shouldn’t have to go into detail or provide anything in relation to this at all. I was expecting just a “what’s your relationship status’ question only and nothing further. Please can someone explain what I should do in this scenario? I’m concerned that if I go into details of my partner living in Canada and has PR they might not be convinced that after I get my ILR I would continue to live here.

Thank you so much for your valuable input.

[kepop]

Hi sorry one more thing, I’m a bit stuck with the following questions about family times in the home country too. Can someone please help/guide with answering the following:

* Do you have any family in your country of birth, nationality or any other country where you have lived for more than 5 years?

If no, Explain why you do not have family in any of these countries.

* Do you have any friends in your country of birth, nationality or any other country where you have lived for more than 5 years?

If no, Explain why you do not have friends in any of these countries.

* Are you part of any social groups or do you have other cultural ties in your country of birth, nationality or any other country where you have lived for more than 5 years?

Explain why not

I don’t have any immediate family in the country of birth, just my uncles aunts and distant relatives. How much details do I have to go into?

Also no close friends.

Even if I say NO it’s asking for details of why it is a NO

I do not believe I have any cultural ties too, what do they mean by it anyway?

Thanks so much!

[zimba]

The list is generic and those documents are NOT required at all. SET(LR) has nothing to do with your dependants/partner/etc. You must apply on your own and qualify on your own. Also, provide minimal answers to those questions

[kepop]

Thanks Zimba for clarifying; I was so confused when I saw the questions as I didn’t expect them to ask them at all but I guess it’s a generic application.

How would you suggest I approach the ‘are you and your partner currently living together’ we are not. ‘If not, why’ part of it?

Also what would be the best way to answer this “ are you and your partner intending to live together in the UK”

I’m just stuck with these two and would really appreciate your input here, you suggest minimal but could you elaborate a bit please so I can get an idea?
I think I can manage the other bits about cultural and family ties alright.

Thank you so much

[kepop]

Hi sorry re the family friends and cultural ties questions, I read in this forum on other topics that we should also include family friends and cultural ties we have in the UK as w have lived here more than 5 years. Is this the correct interpretation of the questions or is it only asking about birth country and other countries? Thanks

[zimba]

Thanks Zimba for clarifying; I was so confused when I saw the questions as I didn’t expect them to ask them at all but I guess it’s a generic application.

How would you suggest I approach the ‘are you and your partner currently living together’ we are not. ‘If not, why’ part of it?

Also what would be the best way to answer this “ are you and your partner intending to live together in the UK”

I’m just stuck with these two and would really appreciate your input here, you suggest minimal but could you elaborate a bit please so I can get an idea?
I think I can manage the other bits about cultural and family ties alright.

Thank you so much

Just answer YES and move on. It has no relevance to your application

[zimba]

Hi sorry re the family friends and cultural ties questions, I read in this forum on other topics that we should also include family friends and cultural ties we have in the UK as w have lived here more than 5 years. Is this the correct interpretation of the questions or is it only asking about birth country and other countries? Thanks

No. This question has no bearing on your application. Provide minimal information

[kepop]

Thanks very much Zimba!

[kepop]

Hi all!

Can I check whether I need to provide a scan of all entry exist stamps on my passport? I remember reading somewhere that this is necessary but just want to double check if I need to?

Do I also need a document listing all my travels with details of exit from the UK and entry back into the UK during the last 10 years? I have listed these on the form, but need to know if I also have to provide a supplementary table of my travels?

Lastly, I’m eligible to apply for ILR from 29/01 onwards (this is the 10 years minus 28 days eligible date). After submitting the application, should I book the biometrics for anytime available or should I book it for after I complete 10 years i.e. 25/02/2024. I read in some other posts in this forum that it’s advisable to book it for after I complete 10 years but again need some clarification on this please.

Thanks so much for all your help!

[CR001]

Can I check whether I need to provide a scan of all entry exist stamps on my passport? I remember reading somewhere that this is necessary but just want to double check if I need to?

Yes, you must upload all stamped pages of the passports.

Do I also need a document listing all my travels with details of exit from the UK and entry back into the UK during the last 10 years? I have listed these on the form, but need to know if I also have to provide a supplementary table of my travels?

No, listing in the form only is fine.

Lastly, I’m eligible to apply for ILR from 29/01 onwards (this is the 10 years minus 28 days eligible date). After submitting the application, should I book the biometrics for anytime available or should I book it for after I complete 10 years i.e. 25/02/2024. I read in some other posts in this forum that it’s advisable to book it for after I complete 10 years but again need some clarification on this please.

It doesn't matter.

[kepop]

Thank you so much for your prompt reply!!

[kepop]

Hello, please can someone confirm whether this is the correct answer for ‘how long have you lived in the UK’:

9 years and 11 months.

I’ve marked it as above based on at the time of application the duration of my tata in the UK is 9 years and 11 months.

Thanks in advance!

[zimba]

Hello, please can someone confirm whether this is the correct answer for ‘how long have you lived in the UK’:

9 years and 11 months.

I’ve marked it as above based on at the time of application the duration of my tata in the UK is 9 years and 11 months.

Thanks in advance!

It is fine. This question is inconsequential