I am in a similar situation as well. I'm currently working in the UK on a Tier 5 YMS visa. Have talked to my employer about possible Tier 2 sponsorship. Originally they were keen, but then hesitant as they realised they have to prove "that there is no suitable settled worker who can do the job....

I applied for a replacement BRP in July, still waiting for my documents to be returned. Timeline as follows... 12 July - sent application to UKBA 26 July - received letter from UKBA, acknowledging receipt of my application 31 July - received letter from UKBA, inviting me to submit my biometric deta...

I applied for a replacement BRP in July, still waiting for my documents to be returned. Timeline as follows... 12 July - sent application to UKBA 26 July - received letter from UKBA, acknowledging receipt of my application 31 July - received letter from UKBA, inviting me to submit my biometric detai...