Can someone clarify what an uplift factor is? Sorry I didnt use anything like this in my application - just used my overseas wage - converted to pounds as per exchange rate at time of earnings

1. Current vignette Tier 1 2. Date of expiry of current leave (visa) 8th Oct 2011 3. Date application posted 23rd May 2011 4. Date payment debited 25th May 2011 5. Payment mode Credit Card 6. Date (new) leave to remain valid from N/A 7. Date of biometrics enrolment 1st June 2011 8. Date passport / B...

Hi I was in same situation and came back to the UK with plenty of time to renew. This was lucky as there are problems with processing time (unless you already have a biometrics card). Just keep this in mind! I'll let you know if they come back at me with anything (I spent 8 months in my home country)