Hi, There may be some confusion due to the merging of my earlier request. My previous inquiry was aimed at gaining insights to determine whether it's more suitable for me to file a 5-year or 3-year fresh visa application, taking into account my circumstances and the associated costs. I have since ac...

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We have an upcoming appointment, and I would greatly appreciate it if you could assist me in gaining a clearer understanding of the request.

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I believe my wife and kids depend on me, and I must provide evidence of my financial circumstances to ensure their livelihood and well-being

Dear Board, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to seek clarification on a few aspects related to my Skilled Worker Dependent Visa application for my partner and child. During the application process, I marked " Yes " in response to the question: "Are you relying on evide...

Sorry, Just summarising the last 2-3 responses The CoS expiry date is 10th November 2023 Is the CoS expiry date the deadline for submitting the visa application? Or is it required to complete biometrics and travel before the CoS expiry date? To clarify my previous understanding, I believed I could a...

Thanks for the response What is the earliest time frame for applying for a skilled worker dependent visa based on the planned travel date? For instance, if the intended travel is in January 2024, can the visa application be submitted now, specifying the exact travel date? Thanks When is the indicat...

If I submit the application today and specify a travel date of November 10th, how will the vignette dates be assigned?

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What is the earliest time frame for applying for a skilled worker dependent visa based on the planned travel date? For instance, if the intended travel is in January 2024, can the visa application be submitted now, specifying the exact travel date?

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Hello Board, I'm seeking advice on the best approach for applying for a Skilled Worker Dependent visa. Here's my situation: My wife and child have a Skilled Worker Dependent visa until Aug/2024, but they have been away for more than 6 months. In the meantime, we welcomed our second child, and they a...

Thank you very much for your invaluable assistance in helping me understand the process. Your guidance is greatly appreciated.

Sorry if it is duplicate Here's my situation: I've held a Skilled Worker visa for 2 years and am considering changing jobs. My plan is to take a 3-year visa and bring my family (Spouse and Kids) on skilled worker dependents. Their 5-year tenure for ILR will start from there. Here is my understanding...

May be last few points needed some clarity Can both my partner and child apply for their skilled worker dependent extensions together? Post 3 years, both my ILR application and the dependents visa extension (Skilled Worker) . Delays on my ILR could affect the Family visa applications. Any advice on ...

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Its not very clear for child, will they able to extend to PBS dependent child like partner ? As per SW 36.2, both parents need to have settlement for child visa extension ?

Thanks you, i am not aware of this. Can you help me understanding the below How can my dependents transition to PBS dependent visas when I, as the main applicant, move to ILR? Does this imply that we need a new sponsor/visa to extend my skilled worker visa for another 3 years, and also extending the...

Thanks much for the guidance so far I am also exploring options to go with 3Y skilled worker visa Can a Skilled Worker dependent switch to a Family Partner/Child visa within the UK and combine the time spent (3 years Skilled Worker + 2.5 years Family Partner/Child) for ILR eligibility? Post 3 years,...

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Regarding the "Date you first entered the UK" when filing for ILR, should we provide the visa ISSUE date rather than the date of our actual entry into the UK? So that it will have 5 years period ?

Furthermore, considering my eligibility for ILR after 3 years (with 2 years already completed), and given that I am applying for a 5-year visa for my dependents, is there any potential for the reimbursement of the IHS fee once i get ILR?

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Regarding the "Date you first entered the UK" when filing for ILR, should we provide the visa ISSUE date rather than the date of our actual entry into the UK?

Your clarification would be much appreciated.

Hello Everyone, I am seeking advice regarding obtaining a 5-year Skilled Worker visa for my dependents. I have been on a Skilled Worker visa for the past 2 years and am planning to change jobs. The new employer is offering a 5-year visa. Since I intend to bring my family to the UK, I want to apply f...