Also my above post is not true for in-country switching, it is true only for the case when you have two valid visas when entering UK. I think when you switch your Visa status from within UK, then your previous Visa becomes invalid. Please inquire UKBIA to confirm, email confirmation would be the bes...

I AM PLANNING TO APPLY UNDER TIER-1 BY SEPT OR OCT.. I DO COMPLETED ALL DOCUMENTS EXCEPT MAINTAINANCE.... I HAVE NATIONAL SAVING CERTIFICATES OF 5 LACS. CAN I SHOW IT AS MEETING MAINTAINANCE REQUIREMENT?. PLZ REPLY VIJAY KUMAR KARACHI. Should be enough for proof of maintenance... I dont think so. A...

If you need help, you can quote the following paragraph from guidance notes for Tier 1 applicants across the world(which would include India as well): http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/tier1/general/eligibility/pointsassessment/maintenance/ How we assess maintenance (funds) Maintenanc...

Any new endorsement (read EC/visa) on the passport supersedes any existing endorsement. In simple words, once you have HSMP EC on your passport, your leave to enter / remain as WP holder becomes invalid automatically. Based on my previous email correspondence with UKBIA (for two category of visas, ...

hi i applied the Tier 1 on 12th May and got the ref no. dated 13th May. the application is switching from work permit since i got a new job. i faxed an urgent treatment request on 13th june with the offer letter and been told it's been received and consiered. however, i haven't got my docs back unt...

What would happen if applicant says his dependents will not join him in first 12 months at the time of his EC application (I believe the form asks for a intended date of travel). But then, on arrival in UK the applicant them sposnors dependent EC application within the first 12 months (contrary to ...

I've one more query, my wife is also working and she is also eligible to apply for Tier 1. What do you feel will be better, should we apply a dependent visa for her or Tier 1 itself? Since the fees for both are same what will be more advantageous for us? Advantage of applying as separate Tier 1 app...

Upon careful inspection of immigration rules, you can see the following paragraph: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/policyandlaw/immigrationlaw/immigrationrules/part6a/ 245A. Purpose This route is for highly skilled migrants who wish to work, or become self-employed in the UK. Also the "study&...

Hi, Please do not ignore! It is very important that some one gives me a reply. Please! I am planning to apply for EC this week from India. I have maintained my funds in UK bank account (HSBC) for past 3 months. But I have a problem. I have ordered the bank statements on 22 June 2008, it took 4 days...

Q2) Joint a/c s by spouse will be OK right (counts for both of us as long as total is above the total req for main and dependent amnt ) ? The new Tier 1 policy guidance seems to have no mention of joint accounts being accepted as evidence. Suggest that you check with the local BHC (in US) regarding...

rely wrote:GBP 6000 is not an expenditure.This is your money and it will be with you.

But you still have to show it in your account for minimum 3 months(may be after taking a loan, breaking a fixed deposit, etc.) . That was my point.

When did they change the rules. I have applied on June 25th and shown statements till May 26th....Does this applicable to already submitted application. You submitted one month old statement. You should have read this link: http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=27330&start=0 It was p...

Hummm....They have now changed their interpretation of "calendar month":

In the new Tier 1 policy guide http://www.bia.homeoffice.gov.uk/siteco ... yguide.pdf:

79. All the periods we specify are calendar months (for example 14 January – 13 February).

There are different rules for deciding date of application, when you apply through 1. post 2. courier For rules related to deciding date of application please refer: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/pointsbasedsystem/applying/whentoapply/ If you manage to post (not courier) by 29 Jun...

1. Can the funds be transferred from parents account to my account and kept there for two months before I start my application process. Part A. Yes, you will have to give proof of transfer of funds. Part B. It should be 3 months b4 application. 2. Can I be the joint/ second holder to my parents acc...

I attached my wife's bank statements which also has same amount. I don't know what will happen to my application now as it seems that I needed to show around 6000 pounds in my bank itself for me and my dependents. I don't think there is anything to worry for you, as you have submitted 7 lac INR pro...

If you(main applicant) are here for last 12 months or more, your dependents only need to show 533 GBP for last 3 months.

Is the cash readily accessible?

Best option might be to email BHC and verify the same.

I am shocked to see this, to say the least. Your shock is second to mine :) . For an applicant with spouse and child (who wishes to bring them with him to UK), for applying from India or rest of world, the above rules translates to following amount: 2800 GBP + 1600 * 2 GBP = 6000 GBP Maintenane Fun...

Are you suggesting that a EC applicant with a family cannot make an EC application unless he can show availability of maintenance funds for each and every dependent (wife+children under 18 ) at the time of his EC application, irrespective of whether the dependents are making an EC application (alon...

even if we plan to take dependants after one year, is there a need show maintanace fund now itself You have to show maintenance funds for (the number of) people making the EC application. You have to show maintenance funds for all dependents who are entering UK within 12 months of your EC Visa/ente...

2) Funds - My only dependant is my wife and she at moment is unemployed and don't have any account. How much do I need to show for both of us. - account is currently in my name only, should I transfered this to our joint name or it is better to open a separate account for her. All the information r...

There is a simple work around to this situation, you can request your bank to remove the name of second account holder from your account, a simple solution. Then the bank statement would reflect only your name. Also after you get your EC done, you can add the other holder's name to your account. Als...

Link http://www.vfs-uk-in.com/pbsguidance.aspx states following paragraph: Maintenance (funds) You must have a minimum level of maintenance (funds) available and score 10 points in this section, or your application will be refused. You must score 10 points for maintenance (funds), which are awarded ...

Any written/email confirmation, any links?