T1 FLR/Ext application for HSMP visa holders in UK-post here

[vipul1981]

Salina did u try to trace this yesterday?

[Salina]

Salina did u try to trace this yesterday?

Vipul its not me, its sushmehta who got the visa.

[vipul1981]

ya sorry Salina.

Sudesh did u try to trace ur application?

[Salina]

Wats up sush!!!!!!

Did u get ur passport bak from mail.

[geriatrix]

Here's the update to my partner's extension application (Initial HSMP approval: March 2006):
FLR application received: 02-May-08
Payment deducted: 02-May-08
Documents returned: 11-Jun-08
FLR approved: 03-Jun-08

Endorsements
Tier 1 FLR issued: 09-Jun-08
Tier 1 FLR valid until: 03-Jun-11

Had referred to JR in the cover letter, but included all necessary evidence (please see page 1) to qualify under Tier 1.

Hope this helps.

regards

[at_ja]

Congratulation!!.did you also attached JR copy with the application?

[geriatrix]

No, I didn't.

And personally, I think it is a foolish thing to do. What is a CW going to do if you send him a copy - read it ??? A reference to the JR in the cover letter citing case number etc. should be more than sufficient. But as I said, this is a personal opinion.

regards

did you also attached JR copy with the application?

[jd]

Congrats sushdmehta..

Just a quick question, what was expiry date for your initial visa? New visa started from 09/06/2008?

Just want to know that is there any gap in your visas as you submitted application well in time..

Thanks,
JD

Here's the update to my partner's extension application (Initial HSMP approval: March 2006):
FLR application received: 02-May-08
Payment deducted: 02-May-08
Documents returned: 11-Jun-08
FLR approved: 03-Jun-08

Endorsements
Tier 1 FLR issued: 09-Jun-08
Tier 1 FLR valid until: 03-Jun-11

Had referred to JR in the cover letter, but included all necessary evidence (please see page 1) to qualify under Tier 1.

Hope this helps.

regards

[geriatrix]

The initial leave to remain was valid until 11-May and yes, the isssue date on the new endorsement shows 09-Jun.

But this *gap* shouldn't be a problem at any stage since the grant of FLR confirms that the application was received in time (before expiry of current leave). Else, BIA will refuse application straight away anyway - law doesn't allow you to apply after expiry of current leave.

So, don't see a reason to worry! What's on your mind?

regards

[ns7]

Shifi ! when is your original HSMP visa expiring ?

Regards,
ns7

[jd]

I've read on the forum that some ppl having problems at the time of ILR because of gaps in visas but as far as you maintain proofs (like HO reference no letter and receipt for post) for submitting your FLR well in time, it should be OK.

Regards,
JD

The initial leave to remain was valid until 11-May and yes, the isssue date on the new endorsement shows 09-Jun.

But this *gap* shouldn't be a problem at any stage since the grant of FLR confirms that the application was received in time (before expiry of current leave). Else, BIA will refuse application straight away anyway - law doesn't allow you to apply after expiry of current leave.

So, don't see a reason to worry! What's on your mind?

regards

[surmui]

Congratulations

the waiting has ended for you now,hope to hear soon too.

[geriatrix]

So, in all likelihood you really have no idea of the reason behind those gaps in ILR cases you have seen on the board. Could be other reasons than just a gap becuase of difference between expiry and issue dates??

And by the way, BIA maintains your immigration history so they have all records of when an application was made and decided, or if there was a gap between visas. What they do not have are record of your absences when your travel abroad for holidays / trips (required on ILR form). So hope you are not confusing between the two.

Anyhow, this is standard procedure being followed by BIA now and I am sure they have their reasons. As I said before, can't worry without a reason.

regards

I've read on the forum that some ppl having problems at the time of ILR because of gaps in visas

[at_ja]

Hi,
I was the silent member of this forums.I got my extension toady
(Initial HSMP approval: May 2006):
FLR application received: 08-May-08
Payment deducted: 08-May-08
Documents returned: 14-Jun-08
FLR approved 3 years: 09-Jun-08

I had referred to JR in the cover letter and also attached JR copy but included all necessary evidence to qualify under Tier 1.HO has given me visa under Tier1.

Thanks everybidy for the help

Regards
AJ

[lion686]

Guys,

I applied for FLR(curently in WP) within UK with valid HSMP approval letter dated Jan 2008.

I sent the relevant docs on may 14th 2008 & got the ref. number on 16th May 2008.

The ackowledgement letter which came to my home with ref. no. quoted that the applciation will be procesed in 28 days and if i don hear anything within this time i can contact the HO.

today i called the HO and came to know that the procsg time for FLR with HSMP approval letter is 10 weeks.

does anyone have idea about this??

Also i have booked my tickets for a 2 week holiday to india from july 25th.I am not sure if i can get the FLR within that, a bit confused now..

seniors can you help please??

[geriatrix]

Well, yours is not an extension application. It is an initial entry to Tier 1 based on HSMP approval. Browse through this discussion for user-posted time lines for initial Tier 1 applications.

10 weeks is the standard response from UKBA, irrespective of the kind of Tier 1 application it might be. But doesn't necessarily mean that it will take that much time for each application.

regards

Guys,

I applied for FLR(curently in WP) within UK with valid HSMP approval letter dated Jan 2008.

I sent the relevant docs on may 14th 2008 & got the ref. number on 16th May 2008.

The ackowledgement letter which came to my home with ref. no. quoted that the applciation will be procesed in 28 days and if i don hear anything within this time i can contact the HO.

today i called the HO and came to know that the procsg time for FLR with HSMP approval letter is 10 weeks.

does anyone have idea about this??

Also i have booked my tickets for a 2 week holiday to india from july 25th.I am not sure if i can get the FLR within that, a bit confused now..

seniors can you help please??

[sagarjv]

Hello sushdmehta
In your post you wrote that you rcvd Tier 1 FLR. does this mean now your application is converted to Tier 1?

Rgds
Sagar
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Here's the update to my partner's extension application (Initial HSMP approval: March 2006):
FLR application received: 02-May-08
Payment deducted: 02-May-08
Documents returned: 11-Jun-08
FLR approved: 03-Jun-08

Endorsements
Tier 1 FLR issued: 09-Jun-08
Tier 1 FLR valid until: 03-Jun-11

Had referred to JR in the cover letter, but included all necessary evidence (please see page 1) to qualify under Tier 1.

Hope this helps.

[geriatrix]

In your post you wrote that you rcvd Tier 1 FLR. does this mean now your application is converted to Tier 1?

There is no HSMP endorsement anymore. HSMP scheme died of old age in UK on 29-Feb.

It is Tier 1 (General) endorsement on the passport when you apply for HSMP extension (for both pre- and post-Dec 06 HSMP approvals) .... at least for now. I cannot say if UKBA will come up with something new in response to JR and re-introduce HSMP endorsements.

regards

[whereisthasummer]

Hello everyone,

My FLR (HSMP --> Tier 1) application was successful and the documents were returned yesterday. Here is the time line...

Applied on - 30 Apr 08
Fees debited - 1 May 08
Application approved - 04 Jun 08
Docs returned - 19 Jun 08

Regards,

[ethan]

I just sent my applicaion to HO. I have two works. I have provided both P60 forms and 6 months payment slips. I have provided the fulltime job contract and letter. however i did not include part time job contract and letter from my Uni. WIll they ask me to provide the letter? Based on the forms it did not mention it. I do not know if i need to provide the second letter or not. any ideas? thanks a lot!

[ethan]

I just sent my applicaion to HO. I have two works. I have provided both P60 forms and 6 months payment slips. I have provided the fulltime job contract and letter. however i did not include part time job contract and letter from my Uni. WIll they ask me to provide the letter? Based on the forms it did not mention it. I do not know if i need to provide the second letter or not. any ideas? thanks a lot!

By the way, i sent the documents on the expire date. Is it ok or not? I have post office stamp on that date. (16/06) and HO has deducted money 350 already. my wife adn son are with me so they are free of charge.

[MORBULOUS_PRIME]

Updated:

Date Applied: 6th May 2008
Date Recd: 7th May 2008
Funds Deducted: 7th May 2008
Ref No: PB..... /001 7th May 2008
Decision: Approved 16th June 2008
Documents Recd: 23rd June 2008

Docs submitted:
Tier 1 (General) Application
Two previous passports
Original UK Masters Degree
P60 and 12 months payslips
Letter from employer
2 passport photos
Bank statement and branch printout of balance on application day
Cover letter

[geriatrix]

By the way, i sent the documents on the expire date. Is it ok or not? I have post office stamp on that date. (16/06) and HO has deducted money 350 already. my wife adn son are with me so they are free of charge.

If this is an extension application (your current HSMP visa is nearing expiry and you have applied for extension of leave to remain), then you have to pay 750 pounds and not 350 pounds. See this.

regards

[HSMPgafla]

Hi,
I was the silent member of this forums.I got my extension toady
(Initial HSMP approval: May 2006):
FLR application received: 08-May-08
Payment deducted: 08-May-08
Documents returned: 14-Jun-08
FLR approved 3 years: 09-Jun-08

I had referred to JR in the cover letter and also attached JR copy but included all necessary evidence to qualify under Tier 1.HO has given me visa under Tier1.

Thanks everybidy for the help

Regards
AJ

Hi
Congratulation for your extension.
Can you please paste coveiring letter (with refered to JR) in my PM as i am applying for my extension after 3 days.... Also if possible then detailed list of the documentations.
Thanks

[puneetabn]