Hello guys I will be completing my 5 years in UK (initially WP, later HSMP/Tier 1 visa) in Aug 2010. Just want to find out what is the permissible number of days you can be outside UK? I have been told it should not be more than 180 days for the 5 yr period...is that correct? Also how strictly is th...

Thanks for your reply. I do agree about the need to make the application with minimal discrepancy. That's why trying to find a way which is most suitable. Kunze - On the payslip HR person has mentioned on the attestation that the payslip is different because it is last month salary slip. Billa_SS - ...

Sorry - seems I have not explained in detail and hence confused people. I am planning to claim for Jan 09 to Dec 09 period (12 months). As mentioned in my previous post this particular salary slip is for Jul 09 and I moved to a new employer in Aug 09. So the Jul 09 salary slip is the last one for th...

Dear Friends Thanks a lot for all the insights you have shared on this board and answering my question from yesterday as well. I would like to get thoughts of the Gurus and seasoned people on this forum on another question - for my earnings proof - I just realised that my last payslip (Jul 09) from ...

Thanks much push. will check the other posts as well. Another quick question - am i late in sending my application? is there a 'requirement, to send the application a month in advance? can my application be rejected because of that? or is it more of a best practice. In my case i am already late - ju...

Dear friends, I need some help and clarification as I prepare to file for my Tier 1 switch/extension (currently on HSMP, expires 10 Jan 09). Unfortunately I have been caught on the wrong foot and didn't realise rules for Tier 1 were so comprehensive and didn't worry about maintaining enough funds in...