Emigration

[cipher]

Hello all,

Apologies if this post is not in the relevant area.

I have received my ILR last July (Tier 1 General). Due to some personal circumstances, I am now considering moving away from the UK on a permanent basis. I am not likely to come back to the UK again. I was wondering if there was anything I needed to do before I left, in terms of notifying the Home Office etc? Do I need to mail them my ILR card? Also should I get in touch with HMRC and let them know I am leaving? I am not owed any tax refunds and I have no interest in collecting any VAT etc.

I have done the regular thing (inform my employers, give my landlord notice, asked the utilities companies for final bills etc).

I just want to make sure I have sorted out everything before I leave.

I would be grateful for any advice.

[CR001]

No, nothing you need to do.

You will however automatically lose your ILR status once you have been away from the UK for 2 years and if you wish to return at some point, you would need to start from scratch again.

Any reason why you don't wish to apply for citizenship as a plan b?

[cipher]

Hello,

Thank you!

I am aware that I will lose my ILR - but I do not foresee myself coming back to the UK.

I am moving away to be closer to my family. My mum and dad are at an age where they need me around. I came to England to study and gain some experience, which I have managed to achieve . I feel like its time to go back home now.

Thank you again. I am grateful for your advice.

[CR001]

You are welcome and all the best for your next path you will be on

[O_Relly]

You still need to let HMRC know if you are leaving the UK. You also have to send them your p45. See below link,
https://www.gov.uk/government/publicati ... -right-p85

Even if you are not claiming refunds it is still good practise to close the loop with HMRC.

Good luck with your move back.

[Greenie]

there is no need for you to send back your ILR card. personally I would suggest keeping it in case you change your mind about returning.

[cipher]

Thank you everyone!

I will make sure that I give HMRC a call and explain to them about me moving back.

I am going to keep the ILR Card as well as the letter. My understanding is that if I ever chose to come back (even after the 2 year period) as long as I can explain and prove that I intend to move back to the UK, I COULD be allowed in (at the discretion of the UKBA)?

Thanks again for all the valuable advice. It's a bit strange to be going back home. I have spent almost 10 years in Liverpool (the longest I have ever lived in one place) and I feel move scouse than anything else! I fear moving back and adjusting to life will not be easy I think it would be!

[O_Relly]

There is a provision called returning residents visa if you choose to return after 2 years. See,
https://www.gov.uk/returning-resident-visa

It is a big decision indeed and don't worry, you will settle well. Depending on where you are going, a whole new world of opportunities could open up for you and your family.

Cheers.