I have read following in the Long residence guidance "link below". As I currently fall under the general grounds for refusal, I can apply for leave to remain. Correct me If I am wrong
https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/s ... .0_EXT.pdf
Key facts
This page shows you the key facts for the 10 year long residence route.
Eligibility requirements Indefinite leave
The applicant must meet the following requirements:
The applicant must have:
o 10 years continuous lawful residence
There are no reasons why it would be against the public
interest to grant leave, taking into account the applicant’s:
o age
o strength of connections to the UK
o personal history, including character, conduct,
associations and employment record
o domestic circumstances
o compassionate circumstances
o any representations received on the person’s behalf
The applicant must meet the knowledge of language and
life requirement.
The applicant must not fall for refusal under the general
grounds for refusal.
If the application was made after 9 July 2012 the applicant
must not be in breach of immigration laws, except for any
period of overstaying for 28 days or less which will be
disregarded. Or
If the application was submitted before 9 July 2012 periods
of overstaying are not subject to the 28 days or less rule,
however you can disregard one period of overstaying up to
a maximum of 10 days.
Leave to remain
The applicant must meet all the requirements to be granted
indefinite leave except:
the knowledge of language and life requirement, and
the requirement not to fall for refusal under the general
grounds for refusal.
