Can i convert to T2G and apply for ILR after 5 years

[szb]

Posting the Query on behalf of my friend

Hello Experts,

background:
i got my Tier 2(ICT - Established staff) made in June 2010 and i have entered UK in July 2010 and continue my work with the same employer so far and my visa extended last month(August - 2012) which converted to Tier 2 (ICT - Long Term).

Query?
1. Am i eligible to switch to Tier2 general
2. After switching to T2G, is my continous stay of 2 yrs will be added to T2G
3. Finally am i eligible for ILR after completing 5 yrs
4. If point 3 is No then what is the other option to get ILR please?

Thanks in advance

[boywonder218]

1. Am i eligible to switch to Tier2 general - Yes, if you change employer
2. After switching to T2G, is my continous stay of 2 yrs will be added to T2G - Dont think so, please double check with an expert
3. Finally am i eligible for ILR after completing 5 yrs - NO. (However, you can indefinitely apply for extensions. You missed the ILR bus by 2 months my friend)
4. If point 3 is No then what is the other option to get ILR please? See point 1

[manci]

4. 5 years on T2G - pay threshold of £35k applies (unless exempt)

[terriblescream]

4. 5 years on T2G - pay threshold of £35k applies (unless exempt)

35k rule applies from 2016 and I don't believe it has to be 35k all along, I guess last yr or a confirmation on the date of ILR

any comments?

[manci]

The OP hasn't switched to T2G yet.

Those who enter Tier 2 under the rules in force from 6 April 2011 will need to meet the minmum pay threshold of £35k (after April 2018 this may be increased) or the going rate for their occupation, whichever the higher. The only exemptions are PhD and shortage occupations.

See:
http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/sitec ... iew=Binary

[manci]

clarification: my previous post applies to settlement applications

[terriblescream]

Agreed we never said but I was just clarifying that the 35k rule applies at the time of ILR application not throughout the 5yr period.