ok I just read some more of the thread on 'tightening the noose'.

it looks like if I apply < 3 month before expiry should give me the extension from my previous expiry date. which would meet my need for 5 years.

guess I'm going postal after all!

Hi, I started on the old Work Permit on 28/9/2008, and then transferred to Tier 1 G on 29/10/2008. My Tier 1 G initial expires on 29/10/2011. I am trying to work out the best route to get to ILR. I have noticed that in the extension application process thread, most people applied 3 month before thei...

Just for curiosity, why are you migrating from Australia to UK? I mean in the UK Australia seems like a heaven and people are thinking to migrate to Australia since its economy is better and more pay / job opportunities. Is the job situation not good or you're migrating for some other reasons? Aust...

yup, for a friend alright
wish my friends will get me advice like this

Hi fellow T1Gers, In this uncertain times, seems like the government just want to make it more and more complicated for us. Anyone else seen the rubbish 'Children of Men'? :) When I applied for my work permit 2.5 years ago. I already submitted my bio data including finger prints. Do I still need to ...

i think you should never mention it. In case if they refuse your visa you can still apeal it attaching your penalty receipt that you ve paid the amount before 21 days and its clearly mentioned in the recept that its not a criminal offence before that. Well...I just had a word with customer service ...

Agree with lionking.
It doesn't have the professional feel to it given we are suppose to be 'Highly skilled'.

I'll sign once it's up.

Normally, you may apply for ILR no sooner than 28 days prior to the completion of your qualifying period and before your leave expires. See also Chapter 6A - Settlement . 4. is applicable to naturalisation applications, not ILR applications. Thanks vinny. I read Chapter 6A and I can see the answers...

I think I found the answer to question 2.

It will be 5 years because I fall under the new PBS, and not the old HSMP.
So does that mean 180 days of absence in the 5 year period?

Also can someone help clarify the other points?

Thanks very much!

" those who come to work here temporarily " sounds like Tier-2 ICT to me. :?: I don't want to sound too pessimistic, but the term temporarily may as well be applied to entire Tiers 1 and 2 - as holders of these come to UK under time limited (temporary) permits. I was thinking the same thi...

Hi, I have read several threads on this forum and it's been very helpful. However I still want to confirm my understanding just to be on the safe side! My situation is: Work Permit - Date of entry: 28/09/2008 Tier 1 General - Date of entry: 9/12/2008 Questions: 1. Under the current rules, I am eligi...