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If you answer 'No' to the question then it asks an additional question as follows:
The difference between the 2 scenarios is as follows:
You're overcomplicating things. What matters here is that you have ILR under EU Settlement Scheme and the date you got it. The application will ask you when that was granted and the case worker will check a - you do indeed have it, and b - when you got it to make sure 12 months have passed since then (assuming you're not married to a British Citizen in which case b is disregarded). Technically, as advised, you should should choose yes to permanent residence question as that is the only option that will allow you to specify that you're relying on ILR under EU Settlement Scheme to satisfy the freedom from immigration time restrictions requirement. But then again, either way the case worker will do his/her checks. Yes, the Home Office should really amend that permanent residence question as it is confusing but that is beside the point really. CSI will only be required if you were a student or self-sufficient anytime during your qualifying period. The form is generic and only adapts to application type, i.e. EU national or non-EU national etc, not individual application or circumstances. The requirements you have to satisfy do not change and that is what the case worker will check based on the information in your application and the supporting documents submitted.Geith wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 1:21 amThe difference between the 2 scenarios is as follows:
If I select 'Yes' to the permanent residence question then it will ask for the following:
- Evidence that you have been in the UK lawfully for the 5 year qualifying period
- Copy of comprehensive sickness insurance (CSI) policy
If I select 'No' to the permanent residence question but 'Yes' to the 2nd ILR question then it asks for:
- Proof of nationality including passport, UK permanent residence card and evidence of freedom from time restrictions
In both cases it will also ask for the other basic requirements such as passport, referee declarations, proof of knowledge of the English language etc.
- Proof of freedom from immigration time restrictions (such as passport or letter from home office)
It's pretty weird because they require a copy of a CSI policy for the 1st option but not for the second option. Yet I am pretty sure that CSI is part of the 'Good character' requirement of citizenship regardless?
Also, with the 1st option, even if I choose to apply using EU settlement, it still asks for a permanent residence card which many EU settlement people (incl. me) don't have. It is all so confusing.
I get what you're saying. However, it seems like I'm getting conflicting advice on my initial question.dexmo wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 9:21 amTechnically, as advised, you should should choose yes to permanent residence question as that is the only option that will allow you to specify that you're relying on ILR under EU Settlement Scheme to satisfy the freedom from immigration time restrictions requirement.
As you're using ILR under EU Settlement Scheme to satisfy the freedom from immigration time restrictions requirement you should answer yes to having a permanent residence document and then choose ILR under EU Settlement Scheme option, there's no way around it. The fact that you don't have a permanent residence document as per EU regulations is irrelevant. You are not expected to provide the document and will not be accused of using deception in your application form, if that's what you're worried about. UKVI know the only way to choose ILR under the EU Settlement Scheme in the application form is to answer yes to EU national who has been issued with a permanent residence document, and that this applies to applicants who do not have it. As to getting conflicting recommendations from the forum members, each individual on here is giving you their advice based on their understanding. It is down to each applicant to make sure they understand the requirements and provide the information and the documents required as per their circumstances.Geith wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 12:16 pmI get what you're saying. However, it seems like I'm getting conflicting advice on my initial question.dexmo wrote: ↑Fri Jun 18, 2021 9:21 amTechnically, as advised, you should should choose yes to permanent residence question as that is the only option that will allow you to specify that you're relying on ILR under EU Settlement Scheme to satisfy the freedom from immigration time restrictions requirement.
Some people have advised me to answer 'Yes' to having a permanent residence document, but some have advised the opposite.
That's reassuring to hear.