ILR short of 10 years by few days + best way to apply

[pushpak2k]

Dear all,
First of all, many thanks to all of you who keep this forum such a dynamic and information rich place. There are many silent readers who have been benefiting from your work immensely

here comes my question/s.
1. I was given entry clearance on 25/08/2003. I entered the UK on 17/09/2003; 23 days later. I am currently on Tier 2 (has been since 31/08/2009; 3 years +) and my current visa expires on 14/09/2013. Which means, if I count from the date I entered the country, I am 3 days short. What made me really confused is this text in the SET(0) guidance notes "If you entered the UK with a visa several weeks or more after the date from which it is valid for use, you may need to apply for an extension of stay to complete the relevant qualifying period". Considering this, would I be able to go for a same day service within the 28 days before my current visa expiry date (within 28 days prior to 14/09/2013)? I really do not want to go for the postal option considering the waiting times involved.

2. I have 2 dependants, my wife who has exactly the same durations as mine, and my daughter who has been on dependent of tier 2. What would be the best routes to take regarding their applications.

Really appreciate any help, sorry about the lengthy question, answering even a part of a question would be very much appreciated.

[wpilr_nov12]

WRT your first question, you don't have an option to go for 'same day' PEO service. All 10yr/LongRes based ILR applications are postal only.

[pushpak2k]

Oh. my oversight. Many thanks. In that case, If I send off a postal application before 14/09/2013, would the fact that I am 3 days short for a 10 year qualifying period be a problem?

[vinny]

It's okay to post a valid in-time application 28 days before the completion of your 10 years.

[aakkoo]

It's okay to post a valid in-time application 28 days before the completion of your 10 years.

Hi Vinny i would really appreciate if u can help me out.


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[Tier 4]

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