I am currently on Tier2, entered UK on WP in 2007 later converted as Tier2 when the points based system was in, now I have completed 5 years and got my Tier2 extended for another 2 years(till 2014). However I want to convert my case to ILR, I am meeting all the requirements as per the SET-O. except section 11P.
My issue: The employer not ready to give a letter mentioning the SOC code, further check with HR next level they are saying its a company policy that they don't give letter in that format and do not support for ILR for employee as per the company policy.
I have applied as premium at Cardiff-PEO, I went with the Employer letter without SOC code details(employer did confirmed my position, salary and its a permenant) I have given the finger prints with my 2 dependents and asked to go out and told to come back when called as usual. when I was called been told about the employer letter format is missing the SOC code. I was trying to explain with the emails i had communication with HR. but they did not acceccpt, told to submit the letter within 14 days. again I could not get the letter and explained the same in covering letter.
meanwhile I have explained this situation and posted query on SET-O policy helpline, I got a reply saying I could explain this in the covering letter, the case worker will seek the further details if required. I have did the same and case worked did reply to me by mail saying they will ask the further details with employer and was told till then the originals will be held with them.
after that it was a bit long wait for me(4 Months), it between I sent a mail to case worker but no reply. last week received a refusal letter and my original documents been returned. the reason is employer did not give the required information.
As my visa is valid for more than 6 months, they did not give me appeal option. I have an option to reapply(if only company gives the letter in that format).
Can anyone please suggest me a other options for me.
Thanks
MGK
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