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by slobodar » Mon Apr 04, 2011 4:27 pm
Hi guys
Just a quick question.
I am a holder of TIER 1 (PSW) if I apply for TIER 1 (General) does that mean that I am switching to a new immigration category? since both visas are TIER 1, a logical conclusion would be that I am extending my stay in a same immigration category. The reason I am asking is because there are different set of rules for extension and switching. If I extend my stay in the same category, I have enough points to get the TIER 1 (General) if I am switching, I wont be able to get enough points.
This is what the HO website says:
You can apply to extend your stay in the UK under Tier 1 (General) if you are already here:
with permission to stay (known as 'leave to remain') in an immigration category that allows you to switch into Tier 1 (General);
under Tier 1 (General); or
under the Highly Skilled Migrant Programme (HSMP) and you are eligible to switch into Tier 1 (General).
Thank you