Thanks for quick reply.

What do you mean by disqualify for ILR purposes? - do you mean to say time spent in HSMP visa would not counted for ILR (ie clock reset) or I am not eligible to apply for WP dependant visa?

Regards
Aries

Hi, I have migrated to U.K on HSMP Visa during May 2005. I also acquired 3 year extension in March 2006. Its now valid till May 2009. As of now I have 85 points in accordance with the new rules. I am a software professional working for a MNC. My husband who is on HSMP dependant visa is also employed...