For how long the entry can be delayed?

indoswiss · Post by **indoswiss** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 12:49 pm

Hi,
I have a project now which finishes in two years. If I apply for HSMP now, can I delay it for two years? Like, If I apply now, I will get the result in 4-5 months. If approved, then how soon should I get the entry clearance? If I get the visa on my passport, then how soon should I enter in UK. Can I elongate all this process for two years(from applying for HSMP to enter UK)?
Thanks,
IndoSwiss

bugmaster · Post by **bugmaster** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 12:56 pm

I think the answer to your question is no if you apply now.
say you wait 6 months for a decision and then you might delay EC for 3 months and then risk another 3 months before entry. this makes it one year. You may however apply next year but of course they might change the rules until then.
Cheers

hk_007 · Post by **hk_007** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 1:05 pm

With HSMP in hand more UK companies will be inclined to consider you for a position, then you will have a choice between starting in the UK or continuing with what you are doing at present. Its best to apply when the rules and conditions are more favourable for the success of your application.

raoms · Post by **raoms** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 1:14 pm

you got to decide your career. If you want to stay with your 2 years project then you better forget the HSMP visa. It can be delayed max by 6 months (once you get it in hand). If you apply after 6 months, who knows what will be the rules that time. May be they will increase the points limit.

indoswiss · Post by **indoswiss** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 1:48 pm

HI Thanks a lot.

Under HSMP first we get an initial visa for one year. In this period, can I enter UK after the first 6 months and search jobs online before this time?
I might be relieved from this project after 18 months.

bugmaster · Post by **bugmaster** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 2:15 pm

You must not stay more thant 3 months outside UK during the first year.

indoswiss · Post by **indoswiss** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 2:40 pm

Oh, then I would rather wait, because I cant leave this project due to some obligations.
Thanks a lot.

indoswiss · Post by **indoswiss** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 3:42 pm

If I have to stay in UK, then can my wife stay outside UK for first 6 months?

bugmaster · Post by **bugmaster** » Tue Aug 17, 2004 3:54 pm

Now that's a little bit complex. If you got points for her achievement she must come with you and I guess the same rule is up for her - 3 months at the max outside UK for each year. But if you haven't claimed points under spouse achievement then she can stay outside the UK.

hk_007 · Post by **hk_007** » Wed Aug 18, 2004 10:44 am

A similar topic started by Chess some time back about spouse not joining HSMP applicant also did result in any conclusive answers. But, Indoswiss, since you don't plan on using "spouse points", your wife can join you in the UK anytime that is convenient. She will have to go in for EC separately.

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For how long the entry can be delayed?

For how long the entry can be delayed?

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