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Apply for ILR with your spouse on form SET(O), one form for both of you together. You can only apply for ILR if your spouse who is the main tier 2 general visa holder applies for ILR.1) Which visa I should be applying for? Can I still apply for ILR even 1 month or so is less or shall I apply for further Extension.
IELTS B1. You also need Life in the UK test for ILR. Note that the test centres are currently closed.2) Which English Test or equivalent I need to go for to EL requirement.
The online form tells you what is required for ILR.3) According to visa which documents I will require to provide to them.
Google, SET(O), same form your spouse has to use.Please send me the links if possible for the forms if possible.
Calculating the specified continuous period
Applicants can submit a settlement application up to 28 days before they would
reach the end of the specified period.
You must calculate the relevant qualifying period by counting backward from
whichever of the following is most beneficial to the applicant:
• the date of application
• the date of decision
• any date up to 28 days after the date of application
Many have been successful. Too many individual member topics to search for. There is no general discussion topic on this either as each persons route and circumstances are different.Thank you so much. I am sure there must be people who were in same situation like mine and have got their visas. Unless they see my post and post me their feedback. Would you have any section with such cases where I can read their experiences. If only it is possible please.
There is an existing topic on this particular issue. You can still apply if the centres are closed and book both tests as soon as they reopen to do them before you attend your biometric appointment.With regards to English Language, I have applied through NARIC but they ae asking for the certification stating degree was taught in English. I have Marksheets & Transcripts all in English language. Due to Covid, I am unable to give English test, neither can get in touch with Uni to send me my certification from India and also LIUK centres closed.
Would you advise what shall I do in such situation.
No.Thank you once again. Do you think I should provide a cover letter explaining why I am applying for ILR instead of further extension?
The call centre is outsourced to a third party agent and they give generic, often incorrect, advice.Why would Home office asked me to go for Extension rather than this route? They said there are chances it can get rejected if you are 1 month short for your ILR.
There is a search bar at top of the ILR forumNovember30 wrote: ↑Wed May 13, 2020 8:08 pmI am a new member. How do I search for a situation like mine? I can't see a search bar option on the top of the page.
Thanks
Correct.the date of application - If I calculate from 5 yrs from 31/7/2020 - I do not qualify
The date of decision refers to any time within the 28 days before the eligible date or any date thereafter. It is highly unlikely that if you apply using the standard route option, that you would have a decision within the few days that you are short. You simply delay your biomtetric appointment to within the 28 days period. HO only starts working on your application AFTER biometrics and identity checks are done, not from when you submit online.the date of decision / any date up to 28 days after the date of application
- I will be qualifying if they take too long or give me decision after 31/7/2020 (I have no visa un until that date.
No you don't, as explained already.If I have to apply for another PBS extension - I will have to waste money on IHS surcharge and its fees.
Delayed entry is irrelevant. Your ILR qualifying period starts counting from the date your visa was issued.I am trying every possible way not to get rejected - I have no absence in the 5 yrs except delayed entry. I have never left this country.
The issue must be fixed now and you should now see the search bar at top of the forumNovember30 wrote: ↑Wed May 13, 2020 4:34 pmThank you so much. this is really helpful. Hopefully I would have read the pdf you sent me. If there is any confusion. I am sure you are there to advise.
Much appreciated!!
November30 wrote: ↑Thu May 14, 2020 8:42 pmHi CR001,
I am really very sorry.
I am just reading this guidance: Downloads/SWS_Dependant_Guidance_02-2020.pdf
142. You can apply for settlement up to 28 days before you will complete the qualifying period. If you apply earlier than that, your application may be refused. Otherwise your qualifying period will either be the 5 years immediately before the date you apply for settlement or the 5 years immediately before the date your settlement application is decided, depending which is most beneficial for you. If you have spent more than 5 years in the United Kingdom, we will only consider the most recent 5 year period.
143. Please note, the qualifying period for settlement for all dependant partners is 5 years, regardless of whether the relevant Main Applicant on whom they are dependent is eligible for accelerated settlement. Dependant children can qualify for settlement if both parents are settled or are being granted settlement at the same time, or at the same time as the Main Applicant if the Main Applicant has sole responsibility for them.
Can you please explain this to me in plain language.
If I calculate 28 days before the qualifying period (31/07/2020) then the date I should be submitting my application on 4/07/2020 but I have valid visa till 29/06/2020. If I am applying on 29/06/2020 then it is 33 days before my qualifying period. As they have mentioned if its more than 28 days visa will be refused.
Please explain this to me.
Thank you so much.
It takes up to 8 weeks, often longer.November30 wrote: ↑Mon Oct 19, 2020 12:19 pmDear All,
I was eligible for ILR but since I was short by few days, I had to apply for extension first and then after few days I varied my application to ILR Set O.
PBS dependent application - 12th June 2020
Set O ILR application - 31st July 2020
Introducing IDV app email - 5th Aug 2020
Invitation to use IDV and submission of docs - 1st Sept. 2020
Delay email due to Covid - 6th Oct 2020
Booked Biometric (in person) appointment - 17th Oct 2020
Can you please advise how much time it should take or has anyone experience of getting sooner outcome.
Thank You