Tier 2 application after recent refusal of entry

[indiana_jd]

I'm currently waiting on my COS to apply for my Tier 2 visa within the next month.

I was refused entry recently because on one of two prior visits this year, I told them I was unemployed and interviewing. This time, the third time, they accused me of trying to stay without a visa. I had plans to return to the US after a wedding in England and a holiday in Germany, because I originally thought I would be in England by this time, but there was a delay with the RLMT. I have never had any issues as a frequent traveller.

I'm wondering whether anyone else has had experience with something like this? I had someone recommend a cover letter, but I'm also wondering whether it extended processing time or decisions, or any suggestions someone might have.

[muralitr]

Where you been refused entry on your PSW or any other visa category?

[indiana_jd]

No. I'm an American and was just travelling on my passport. I've never been refused a visa or entry to any country before this.