Hi Everyone,
I have a small query and would greatly appreciate your assistance in making a decision.
As the legal guardian of my two nieces, aged 12 and 18, both of whom were granted Indefinite Leave to Enter last year and have been living with me for the past 11 months. While the younger one has smoothly settled into her studies in Year 7 without any issues, the older one has been offered a place at a university for her higher education. However, despite being accepted for her chosen course, the university has classified her as an international student, entailing a hefty annual fee of 17.5K. Regrettably, this exceeds my financial capabilities, leaving me with no option but to consider sending her back to Pakistan for her studies, where she would reside in a hostel and will return to the UK regularly during her holidays in semesters.
My primary concern revolves around the potential impact on her UK visa status if she pursues her education abroad for a few years. I've come across information suggesting that residing abroad for consecutive 2 years might jeopardize one's ILR or ILTE status.
I'm deeply invested in ensuring that she doesn't risk losing her settlement status in the UK, but I find myself somewhat confused about the best course of action to take.
Could any of you kindly offer guidance or insights on this matter?
Thank you immensely for your time and assistance.
Warm regards,
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