Hi, My wife and I were approved for the ILR today (8th jan 2013). My immigration history is, 2 YR HSMP + 3 YR Tier 1 (general). My wife was approved as my dependant. The issue I was worried about was my absences in the 5 years. I had a total of 297 days out of the country. 205 of them were work rela...

Thanks again. So if i understand currently that means I can apply in Jan for the ILR without having to extend my current Tier 1 visa, and it should be a straightforward application?

Thank you ukswus for your reply. I looked at the application form again and you are right the letter from the employer now does not apply to my application. It does however ask for a "Letter from applicant detailing reasons for absence due to compelling or compassionate reasons". I am stil...

I have been reading the forum for ages now and I finally need some solid advice and I am hoping you can help. I am applying for an ILR in Jan 2013. I entered the country on HSMP and switched to a Tier 1 general. The only issue I have is the amount of days out of the country. i have been out for a to...

i am hoping to use UKvisaexpert for an application for an ILR. I was wondering if any one else decided to go with them and if they could please share their experience? It would be much appreciated.