SWITCHING FROM WP TO FLR(HSMP) after initial Approval

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Sat Feb 03, 2007 5:10 pm

I am in UK on work permit visa since Dec 2003, HSMP approved in Jan 2007, planning to submit the documents for FLR by 9th Feb.

Requesting the members of this forum who got there initial HSMP approval & are planning/applied for FLR(HMSP), the documents that are required to support application.

As per the FLR(HSMP) guidelines will be attaching following docs...
Covering letter
HSMP approval letter
2 recent photographs
Current Passport
6 months certified salary slips
6 months bank statements

Apart from the above list do we need to attach the
1] docs sent for Initial HSMP approval?
2] Proof of Accomodation in UK (Rental Agreement etc...)
3] previous/current work permit
4] any other documents which will help

Any inputs will be highly appreciated...

sunil.suneel · Post by **sunil.suneel** » Sun Feb 04, 2007 3:20 am

foobar wrote:I am in UK on work permit visa since Dec 2003, HSMP approved in Jan 2007, planning to submit the documents for FLR by 9th Feb.

Requesting the members of this forum who got there initial HSMP approval & are planning/applied for FLR(HMSP), the documents that are required to support application.

As per the FLR(HSMP) guidelines will be attaching following docs...
Covering letter
HSMP approval letter
2 recent photographs
Current Passport
6 months certified salary slips
6 months bank statements

Apart from the above list do we need to attach the
1] docs sent for Initial HSMP approval?
2] Proof of Accomodation in UK (Rental Agreement etc...)
3] previous/current work permit
4] any other documents which will help

Any inputs will be highly appreciated...

foobar ..

you are absolutely right ...
along with your documents mentioned you will also need to attach
1] docs sent for Initial HSMP approval
2] Proof of Accomodation in UK (Rental Agreement etc...)
3] bank statements showing good balance , need not be your salaried account only ...if you have more than one account with very good balance then show all those accounts as well .... it helps ....

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Sun Feb 04, 2007 10:36 pm

Thanks sunil.suneel....
I would be sending all the docs...

Could members in UK with HSMP approval comment on the doc list...

nakvis · Post by **nakvis** » Mon Feb 05, 2007 10:21 am

Hello,

As per my understaning, I dont think we need to submit:
1. Original documents submitted along with HSMP Application.
2. HSMP Approval letter
3. Work Permit Copy.
4. Rent/Lease agreement.

I may also be wrong...but after going through the guidence notes...I feel the above.....

It would be better if some one who has got FLR Cleared recently can share the experiences....

Thanks

atul.khushi@yahoo.com · Post by **atul.khushi@yahoo.com** » Mon Feb 05, 2007 11:43 am

No Nakvis,
You don't have to submit all this , as per HSMP FLR guidelines

You need to submit

1. Full Form HSMP FLR
2. HSMP Approval Letter
3. Passport
4. Two photographs
5. 3 months bank statements or Salary slips (If employed) if not employed prrof of funds that you can support yourself

I am going to post FLR (HSMP) today with above docs only

nakvis · Post by **nakvis** » Mon Feb 05, 2007 11:57 am

Hi Atul,

Many Thanks for confirmation.

Yes, as per the guidelines you are correct. Also there is no mention of HSMP Approval letter in the list of documents checklist. I believe these guys have access to our approval letters based on the reference number.

But I also feel that it is better to send HSMP Approval letter along with the application.

Wish you good luck.

Thanks

nakvis · Post by **nakvis** » Wed Feb 07, 2007 10:52 am

Hi,

I am in UK since last 4 months. I got my HSMP Approval last week. I am planning to submit my FLR application next week.

I am getting around 1800 GBP per month NET salary in UK. I pay around 700 GBP for my accommadation in UK. Does HO feel that this income is suffecient for me to survive (Myself, wife & 2 kids)???

Infact my Annual salary is 34K. But Some of the amount is debited towards Indian Salary which is also shown in payslips. If we include that it will be around 2200 GBP per month after tax.

Please advise.

Thanks

nakvis · Post by **nakvis** » Wed Feb 07, 2007 4:58 pm

Hi,

Has anyone selected the option: House is OWNED or Rented by a relative or Friend in FLR HSMP Application?

I need this info as the house is rented by my friend and would like to know if anyone submitted the application with this option and got approved.

Regards

otuk07 · Post by **otuk07** » Thu Feb 08, 2007 10:31 pm

Does anyone know which form to use for the purposes of urgent treatment request for the FLR (HSMP) application?

Workingintheuk.gov.uk website only has urgent treatment forms for the HSMP (Stage 1) application, and for the FLR (IED) applications.

Any help would be appreciated.

I sent FLR (HSMP) application on 5 Feb. Still no acknowledgement from them.

Thanks

meggles · Post by **meggles** » Fri Feb 09, 2007 12:39 am

i will be applying for FLR(HSMP) as soon as i'm back in the country... 20-Feb.

Here's my cover letter (which also states all of the items i'm sending):

Meggles Address

Work Permits (UK) – FLR(HSMP)
PO Box 493
Durham
DH99 1WT

20-Febuary-2007

Dear FLR(HSMP) Team,

This letter is to outline my enclosed application for the FLR(HSMP). I started work in the UK on 10-Sep-03 with a (2) Year Work Permit. This initial Work Permit was then extended for a further 3 years. I am currently working in the UK on this 3 Year Work Permit. This application is to change my status from FLR(WP) to FLR(HSMP).

Since being in the UK, I have only had one employer: XXX Inc. I started working for them on 10-Sep-03 and continue to be employed by them. The contact person at this office is Ms. Best boss... Contact details email, phone, fax.

I have enclosed the following supporting information:

1. HSMP Letter- Reference 20XXXX
2. 2 photos with my name written on the back
3. Current Passport
4. (6) Months UK Checking Account Statements
5. (6) Months UK Savings Account Statements
6. (6) Months UK Wage Slips
7. (6) Months US Checking Account Statements
8. Mortgage Statement showing that I own my own house in the UK, and hence have suitable accommodation.

Thank you for considering my applications and I look forward to you prompt response.

Regards,meggles

i know that this FLR(HSMP) can take 6-12 weeks... ANY idea on how long it really takes... real people's experiences? i would like to go to my sister's bridal shower in early april but i will not buuy the plane tickets b/c i may not have a passport...

samW · Post by **samW** » Sat Feb 10, 2007 5:59 pm

Hello Foobar/ everyone

I too am on a work permit and am thinking of switching to HSMP.

My wife is here as a work permit dependant and I'm wondering how it would affect her visa if change to HSMP

Appreciate your inputs on this. .. Also can you tell me if you applied directly or via a HSMP consultant

Thanks
Sam

webhunter · Post by **webhunter** » Sat Feb 10, 2007 7:21 pm

if your wife is 'WP dependent' once you qualify for HSMP and apply for FLR, your dependent becomes 'HSMP dependent'. So there are no complications involved in the switching of your dependent.

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Sun Feb 11, 2007 12:04 pm

I guess webhunter is right...

While applying for FLR(HSMP) include all the dependants in the application (if the dependants are staying in UK) otherwise you need to get their EC done from ur home country...

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Mon Feb 12, 2007 6:12 pm

Thanks meggles for the covering letter....
Posted the documents today with the following covering letter....

Wish me luck guys and thank you all for your inputs...

Pqr Xyz
UK Address

Work Permits (UK) – FLR(HSMP)
PO Box 493
Durham
DH99 1WT

09-Febuary-2007

Dear FLR(HSMP) Team,

This letter is to outline my enclosed application for the FLR(HSMP).
I started employment with ABC Ltd from XXth March 20XX in India, was placed on assignment in UK from XXth Dec 20XX, since then working in UK with ABC on Work Permit Visa which is valid till XXth Jan 20XX.

The initial HSMP application has been approved on 9th Jan 2007, this application is to change from a FLR(IED) to a FLR(HSMP) status.

I have enclosed the following documents,
1. FLR(HSMP) Application Form
2. Covering Letter
3. HSMP Letter- Reference 202XXX
4. (1) Passport
5. (2) Photos with my name written on the back
6. Employment Reference Letter
7. (6) Months UK Payslip
8. (6) Months Bank Statements
9. Tenancy Agreement & Rent Book

I have provided my email address and mobile no. in case of any additional requirement or queries.

Thank you for considering the application.

Regards,

Pqr Xyz
pqr@googlemail.com

smb · Post by **smb** » Thu Feb 15, 2007 4:27 pm

I am on WP which expires in Dec 2011. I'm awaiting my HSMP approval.
Once I get approval , is it possible to transfer my current FLR to HSMP status.

Or else do I need to apply fresh FLR ( against approved HSMP ) , and I guess that would be for 2 years. Pls advise

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Thu Feb 15, 2007 5:33 pm

Once HSMP is approved, you will need to apply for FLR(HSMP) within 6 months, the HSMP visa is granted for 2 years....so...in your case it will be till 2009....

sunil.suneel · Post by **sunil.suneel** » Fri Feb 16, 2007 4:46 am

smb wrote:I am on WP which expires in Dec 2011. I'm awaiting my HSMP approval.
Once I get approval , is it possible to transfer my current FLR to HSMP status.

Or else do I need to apply fresh FLR ( against approved HSMP ) , and I guess that would be for 2 years. Pls advise

Once you apply for a FLR based on your Initial HSMP approval , automatically your Work permit will be terminated and you will be moved into HSMP ......

touchsensor · Post by **touchsensor** » Sat Feb 24, 2007 12:52 pm

Hi there,

Is it automatic transfer from WP FLR to HSMP FLR is there is more than 3 years left on WP FLR?

Please advise.

Thanks.

Touchsensor

tomkin · Post by **tomkin** » Sat Feb 24, 2007 3:12 pm

Your work permit visa will be null and void after you get HSMP Visa (FLR-HSMP).

Your new visa will be for 2 years, even though you had 3 years left on WP Visa. You will have to apply for extension again after 2 years FLR-HSMP.

Please share you all your timelines so that someone can tell you how to utilise maximum on WP Visa and FLR-HSMP.

miki · Post by **miki** » Sun Feb 25, 2007 4:07 am

How long it takes for FLR(HSMP) ? Approx. timeline....

As per Guidance notes for FLR(HSMP), We need to send these documents, Is that ok ?

1) Passports
2) 2 Photographs
3) Bank statements
4) Rent slips
5) Marriage certificate

Is that ok ?

atul.khushi@yahoo.com · Post by **atul.khushi@yahoo.com** » Sun Feb 25, 2007 11:30 am

Hi Guys,
I submitted my Passport for Visa stamping from UK (after gettign HSMP)

Applied on 5 th Feb , Got passport back with stamping 24 Feb (In country)

I submitted

Full FLR form
HSMP approval letter
2 recent photographs
Current Passport
3 months certified salary slips
3 months bank statements

foobar · Post by **foobar** » Sun Feb 25, 2007 9:22 pm

miki wrote:How long it takes for FLR(HSMP) ? Approx. timeline....

As per Guidance notes for FLR(HSMP), We need to send these documents, Is that ok ?

1) Passports
2) 2 Photographs
3) Bank statements
4) Rent slips
5) Marriage certificate

Is that ok ?

In addition to the above list, u will also require 3 months Payslips, spouse photographs, child birth certificate...

I have attached following documents for FLR(HSMP) application
1. FLR(HSMP) Application Form
2. Covering Letter
3. HSMP Letter- Reference 202XXX
4. (1) Passport
5. (2) Photos with my name written on the back
6. Employment Reference Letter
7. (6) Months UK Payslip
8. (6) Months Bank Statements
9. Tenancy Agreement & Rent Book

nakvis · Post by **nakvis** » Mon Feb 26, 2007 10:03 am

Hi Atul,

Congratulations on your FLR Approval!

I had submitted my FLR (Initial HSMP) on 12th Feb. Hopefully looking at your timelines, I am expecting my passports back this weekend.

Will keep you guys posted with update.

Regards

miki · Post by **miki** » Mon Feb 26, 2007 10:51 am

Thanks Foobar for your comments.

For my case, don't require payslips as I am on deputation here and don't get Payslips here.

Bala · Post by **Bala** » Mon Feb 25, 2008 4:51 am

When switching form WP FLR to FLR(HSMP), what happens when a FLR(HSMP) get rejected, will they loose their existing wp FLR?

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