Thanks for the reply. - (a) I understand a digital picture is required to upload to the online form. OR (b) I simply glue a physical picture after printing the form. OR do we need to do both a) and b) Can someone guide pls? - I don't believe there is a need to scan and upload copies of documents onl...

Found this link. https://www.hcilondon.gov.in/docs/1637214486FreshOCI18112021.pdf Page - 7 mentions "Check your Jurisdiction https://www.vfsglobal.com/india/uk/Jurisdiction.html For the help of our Diaspora, applications for any service can be accepted at any place, i.e., London, Birmingham and...

Hi, I am a UK citizen based in Leeds but unfortunately not able to find an appointment in time for areas serving Yorkshire - Birmingham and affiliates (Manchester, Bradford & Leicester) May I know if someone has experience of submitting an application in London? Does the VFS accept from counties...

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Also can the OCI application be made by post?

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Hi My enquiry is whether I can make an application for OCI for all in my family of three at the same time. Please can an experienced person advise: - I surrendered my Indian passport about year and a half back and got the surrender certificate. I am a British national now. - My wife is not Indian. I...

Hi, Anyone know if existing tier - 1 workers entering UK May 2008 coming up for ILR in Apr 2013 could be affected by the latest MAC proposal (please see below)? http://www.vanguardngr.com/2011/11/migrants-must-earn-35000-annually-to-stay-in-uk/ http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-15589596 If another post h...

It has been included in the government Consultation on proposed new Immigration regulations. The response to this is due to be released shortly. If it passes through the legal system the Government have expressed the intention to introduce it next year...possibly in April 2012. Thanks for reply. Do...

Hi Does someone know if a new law is being proposed to bar existing tier - 1 migrants from applying for permanent residence in the UK? See following link http://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/nri/visa-and-immigration/uk-to-tighten-laws-to-curb-people-claiming-british-passports/articleshow/1020779...

Please can some one clarify this..

Moderators, what are your thoughts..

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Thanks for replying.

I get paid on the 25th of every month. Agreed the 15 month period starts on 21 Dec 2009, but won't I be able to take credit for my December salary?

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Will be grateful if someone is able to clarify.

I am planning to apply a month before for a tier - 1 extension of visa expiring in April 2011. If I apply say 21 March 2011, will I be able to claim earnings from period starting 1 Dec 2009 - 30 Nov 2010 (under the 15 months rule)?

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KS

Hi Can anyone please confirm if premium appointments for tier - 1 extensions can be made on the telephone? I have heard that tier - 1 extensions will need to apply for a biometric permit. Can anyone confirm? Also for the online option, I have so far been unsuccessful managing any appointments. What ...

No, I think in your case it should be 24 April 2008. Do 5 points make difference to your application? yes, I am at the brink. - If I am indeed under HSMP then I'll need to apply before end of next month although this means probably not getting to 5 year settlement. - Hypothetically if I do go fwd u...

Its a bit tricky but in my opinion as you are currently on the Tier-1 VISA, you should be using the points applicable under the scheme. UKBA Guidance Note says: Claiming Points – Extension Applications only 66. Applicants should note that the available points for age differ at extension stage dep...

Hi I am due for an extension to my visa on 24 April 2011. I will appreciate if you are able to advise: The question I am grappling with is whether I am covered under HSMP age extension criteria or Tier 1 . My passport is stamped with Tier 1 (General) Migrant visa (visa was given initially for a 3 ye...

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I am currently on a tier-1 general, not a dependant visa. My wife comes up for her ILR in May 2011 not March 2011. I am not sure if she'll be able to apply for ILR in March 2011 since that's more than 28 days earlier than her WP expiration May 2011. Any good places to look for proposed changes to Ju...

Hi I will be grateful if someone is able to help. Both my wife and I work in UK under different immigration categories. My wife is on a 5 year work permit and coming up for ILR in May 2011, whereas I am on a Tier 1 visa coming up for a further 2 year extension in Apr 2011. I have the following quest...

Hi I would like if someone knows if I will be able to claim 1.5 years I worked under Fresh Talent in Scotland before switching to Tier 1 General for ILR. Can the 5 year work period required for ILR be a combination of Tier1 Genreal (3.5 years) and Scottish Fresh Talent (1.5 years). I will be gratefu...

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Can someone please advise on the following?

When is the earliest one can apply for a tier-1 extension? Can an application to extend an existing tier 1 general be made 4 - 6 months in advance of expiration date?

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KS

Hi I'll be grateful if anyone can help. I have been self sponsored till now. I am on a tier 1 general visa in UK and my wife is working on a 5 yr WP. Her WP is coming up for ILR in mid 2011. Can I can change to a dependant visa from a tier 1 general in the next few months so she can include me as he...