ILR for Spouse and kids

[ahmed32111]

Good day Experts,

I need your advice on ILR for my spouse and kids. I have read that ILR can be applied 28 days before the 5-year qualifying period. Can you advise which date will be used for counting the qualifying period? i.e. Entry clearance stamp or UK Entry. Below are the dates:

• UK Entry Clearance stamped: 26th September, 2017

• Entered in the UK 22nd October, 2017

Also, when I apply 28 days before the qualifying period, Am I eligible for Premium processing for a faster decision? This might mean decision can come in a day (for example: 26 days before the qualifying period)

My info: I came to the UK on T1 Exceptional Talent and became UK citizen in April 22.

Thanks. Ahmed.

[AmazonianX]

Entry clearance grant date will be used.
Using the 28day concession, the date beneficial to the applicant will be used. If in doubt then don't apply too early.

[ahmed32111]

Thanks @AmaznianX. This means I can apply 30-Aug (28 days before the Entry Clearance date)? Can I apply on 30-August using premium services? Please advise.

Thanks, Ahmed.

[CR001]

Thanks @AmaznianX. This means I can apply 30-Aug (28 days before the Entry Clearance date)? Can I apply on 30-August using premium services? Please advise.

Thanks, Ahmed.

There is no 'premium in person' service.

You can apply using Super Priority (£800 extra) if the option is available (it isn't always available). Super Priority is a UKVI service. Your biometrics are done by UKCVAS, a third party agent which has nothing to do with Super Priority service.

[zimba]

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[ahmed32111]

Thanks CR001 for your prompt response. This means I can apply for my dependants ILR 28 days before the UK Entry clearance grant date, and pay for UKVI Super Priority (extra £800) for next day decision (if the option is available). Please correct me if I am wrong.

Thanks. Ahmed.

[CR001]

Thanks CR001 for your prompt response. This means I can apply for my dependants ILR 28 days before the UK Entry clearance grant date, and pay for UKVI Super Priority (extra £800) for next day decision (if the option is available). Please correct me if I am wrong.

Thanks. Ahmed.

Yes. Note however that next day decision is actually a decision within 24 hours after the biometric appointment date. Also be aware that Super Priority is not a guaranteed service.