http://www.immigrationboards.com/viewtopic.php?t=142507 This is the same topic but the one you pointed out has not covered this. I am still happy if someone can explain if we could use expired IELTS/TOEFL test results when we submit during the original entry clearance application a few years ago. T...

I have the same question. Not sure if the expired IELTS test result will still be valid or not. I read the document from http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitecontent/documents/britishcitizenship/kol-uk, which says in page 3: If you already have a qualification at B1 level Applicants who already hav...

Hi All, Has anyone who applied after 28 Sept 09 got the VISA APPROVED or REJECTED? Just to understand the timelines. From all the posts seen, whoever applied in the week commencing 21 Sept 09 has got their response from HO last week between 12 Oct & 16 Oct. Thanks for all your replies. I have r...

I have received my HSMP Extension under Tier 1 general. Here is my timelines for your reference: Applied from: UK Points claimed : 105 (85 + 20) Application sent : September 28 (special delivery) Payment deducted : September 29th Reference letter : received after 3 days Visa stamped : October 16 Doc...

I have received my HSMP Extension under Tier 1 general. Here is my timelines for your reference: Applied from: UK Points claimed : 105 (85 + 20) Application sent : September 28 (special delivery) Payment deducted : September 29th Reference letter : received after 3 days Visa stamped : October 16 Doc...

Thanks Vinny. I am now confident that only one extension should apply to my case, which means it is 28 days before the full 5 years that I can apply for the settlement.

To msk1978:
My guess is that if effected, only 4 years required to settle. Thus you could apply anytime after 4 years of full time.

In the guidance of settlement, To qualify to settle in the United Kingdom under the HSMP you must: have been living legally in the United Kingdom for the last five years; and currently have permission to stay in the United Kingdom as a highly skilled migrant; and have been in the United Kingdom as a...