sushdmehta wrote:The statement quoted above applies to all PBS categories leading to settlement (and also some other non-PBS categories). So, the earliest you may be eligible for settlement will be in 2018.

He cannot apply for ILR in 2018 being in Tier 2 (ICT), sorry you are not eligible on this circumstances.

Hi I'm just wondering when they return your documents to you. Is it when they make a decision or earlier? Thanks If you apply via NCS, they return the documents immediately. NCS will certify copies of your documentation and send them by post. You will be able to keep originals. I do not think I'll ...

shana123 wrote:Hi

I'm just wondering when they return your documents to you. Is it when they make a decision or earlier?
Thanks

If you apply via NCS, they return the documents immediately. NCS will certify copies of your documentation and send them by post. You will be able to keep originals.

Hello, Is it necessary to take the Life in the UK test again if the application is refused? I'm an EU national so did not have to take it before for settlement. If my application is refused, would i have to take the test again? Thank you No, but be aware there is a further requirement after 28th Oc...

shana123 wrote:Hello,

perhaps someone know what the UKBA count as a date of the receipt of application? Is it when they received it by post and signed for it or is it when they took the payment from you and issued a confirmation letter?

Thanks

When they receive it by post.

The lesson from this is that a right that is not exercised can be taken away. Only those women married to British men before 1949 acquired British nationality automatically. Is there any reason why she cannot naturalise? Is she not living in the United Kingdom? Welcome back JAJ, I really enjoy read...

bim wrote:With the introduction of ESOL requirement, can i please confirm if IELTS is acceptable as ESOL requirement? If i do IELTS will i meet the ESOL requirement

you need 4.0 in IELTS and the test cannot be older than 2 years old.

papu.sarkari wrote:Thanks VR,

I have read on this forum that NCS refuses to accept application if you have any convictions.

Will that be the case for me as well? Though my conviction will be spent and 6 years old?

Regards,

Papu.

you will be ok as it has passed more than three years to the date of conviction.

D4109125 wrote:It may well not be on the PNC but that does not mean he does not have a conviction, if he was convicted in court then it's a conviction.

If it's not on the PNC what basis the HO would use to reject their application for BC? And furthermore what basis the HO will use to imply deception?

Unfortunately, the fact that you did not declare a conviction for ILR poses 2 issues, 1. the issue of deception and 2.the fact that a non-custodial conviction is a general grounds for refusal for 24 months. I assume you applied for ILR post August 2011. You now also may risk the revocation of your ...

Hi Pqek Thank you for your respond, Back in 2009 I also pass the IELTS and my score was 5.5 but that including reading and writing, what are your opinion do i need to re take the test ? as on the certificate showing valid for 2 years , Results are fine but as you said IELTS is valid for only 2 years.

I think they can hold it for few days, the problem that we may have is to take the test KoLL B1 Level, as on the 28 October application for ILR and naturalisation must submit their application with new test I have exactly the same issue than you related to dates and new rules; I got my ILR one year...

Hi, Does it mean a BC application will not receive any negative effects if a person already has a dual citizenship. The next question that comes to my mind is how many different passports can a person hold without any restrictions? Appreciate if anyone can explain the law. cheers VR My children car...

I can't agree more. I spoke to home office couple of days ago and they said give it two more weeks and you will hear from us. I applied on 28th June. Well, it seems like many of the people from these so called 'high risk' countries are getting approvals quite quickly... How did you manage to speak ...

If your existing leave to remain is shown on a Biometric Residence Permit then the original Biometric Residence Permit would also be submitted. You could get a British Passport or Certificate of entitlement to return back into the UK. This does not make sense, NCS supposes not to keep any document,...

Really will they take the BRP away? I thought they only take photocopies and return all the originals. Home office can request the original documents if they have any issues. How about the following FAQ. Is it invalid? If you don't have BRP you can't travel because you won't be allowed in? Q2: Can ...

Hi there, I have been to Macedonia a couple of times. My friend there wants to live and work in England so she can earn better and help her family. My question is, what is the process for this? I've been reading the information on the UK Border Agency and it seems very strict. She is qualified as a...

Is IELTS same as ESOL level B1? No, there are different types of tests to demonstrate English proficiency; IELTS is one of them, and ESOL is another one. IELTS is more difficult and mainly used for academic purposes. I.e. If you are getting into a university in the UK and your first language is not...

I know that, the question is when "near to the date" is?

I'm due to apply for citizenship on the 28th October; based on the statement of intent issued in April, I'm meant to demonstrate my ability to speak and understand English. I have done my IELTS on last week in order to fulfil this requirement, however The home office have not published any further i...

If you were physically present (and your wife) in the UK on 15th October 2008 then you can apply on 15th October 2013 as longs as you both meet the 5 years residence requirement and thereby missing the new requirement for English test as this requirements is only effective from 28th October. If you...

But I got my ILR on the 26/10/12, will it be ok for the home office to receive the application on the 25/10/13? You should make sure you satisfy the requirements on the date in which the HO receives your application. Will it be very difficult for you to meet the new language requirements? Your comm...

The date of application is the date of receipt by the UKBA. Their offices are generally closed on a Saturday so my guess would be that the receipt date would be the 28th. If you apply through NCS or post it, I would make sure that your application is received by the UKBA on Friday, 25th October lat...

The date of application is the date of receipt by the UKBA. Their offices are generally closed on a Saturday so my guess would be that the receipt date would be the 28th. If you apply through NCS or post it, I would make sure that your application is received by the UKBA on Friday, 25th October lat...

I got my ILR on 26th October /12 so I could apply for BC on 26th October 2013. 26th is Saturday and if I wait until Monday, then I will need to take an extra English test to satisfy the requirements. Does the home office receive applications on Saturday's? I.e. If I sent my application on first clas...