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by skyisthelimit
Tue Jan 27, 2015 1:00 pm
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: June 2014 - Naturalisation Application Timeline
Replies: 627
Views: 71020

Re: June 2014 - Naturalisation Application Timeline

Hi guys...I've finally had a result. Remain patient, there is light at end of the tunnel :) Eligibility criteria: HSMP+Tier1 (5 years) Language criteria met: UK degree + Life in UK Method of application: via Solicitor Date of application: 30/06/2014 Payment method: Credit Card Date of receipt by ...
by skyisthelimit
Fri Nov 21, 2014 9:49 am
Forum: British Citizenship
Topic: June 2014 - Naturalisation Application Timeline
Replies: 627
Views: 71020

Re: June 2014 - Naturalisation Application Timeline

Waiting here as well, applied on the 30th..
by skyisthelimit
Tue Oct 27, 2009 11:04 am
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Can I contract in Europe, while on UK Tier 1?
Replies: 3
Views: 1055

Van Der Elst Visa's are little known about but can potentially grant you the ability to work for 12 motnhs in the EU whilst on a UK Visa. If you'd like more info please PM me. Getting workpermit is not a problem. Like I said I am being sponsored by the company for 6 months. I just wanted to know ...
by skyisthelimit
Mon Oct 26, 2009 1:39 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Can I contract in Europe, while on UK Tier 1?
Replies: 3
Views: 1055

Can I contract in Europe, while on UK Tier 1?

I am being considered for a 6 month contract role in Europe at the moment. I am being sponsored for a short term Workpermit by the company. If I were to go ahead with it, how would this affect me Tier 1 Visa (due for extension in July 2011). Would it expire/cancel? Will I be able to come back in UK ...
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jun 11, 2009 5:33 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???
Replies: 15
Views: 2987

Thanks for the info...

While on student visa, I worked 1 yr full time as part of my course under industrial placement...any chance that would count for ILR?
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jun 11, 2009 5:00 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???
Replies: 15
Views: 2987

To the best of my knowledge, any time spent under student visa is not counted towards ILR... Also... I have been in UK for 6.5 years, 4 yrs- student visa 1.5 yrs - WP 1 yr - Tier1 Is it possible for me to apply for ILR? under current legislation. 2.5years time using Tier 1. Does that mean that ...
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jun 11, 2009 4:49 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???
Replies: 15
Views: 2987

f2k wrote:
skyisthelimit wrote:Also...
I have been in UK for 6.5 years,
4 yrs- student visa
1.5 yrs - WP
1 yr - Tier1

Is it possible for me to apply for ILR?
under current legislation. 2.5years time using Tier 1.
Does that mean that under current legistation, I will be able to apply after 1.5 or 2.5 yrs?
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jun 11, 2009 4:06 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???
Replies: 15
Views: 2987

Also...

I have been in UK for 6.5 years,

4 yrs- student visa

1.5 yrs - WP

1 yr - Tier1

Is it possible for me to apply for ILR?
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jun 11, 2009 3:45 pm
Forum: General UK Immigration forum
Topic: Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???
Replies: 15
Views: 2987

Student visa + WP + Tier1 = ILR ???

Hi guys/girls, I am posting regarding something thats been running through my head for the past few months. So here it is... Students who are now on WP/Tier1, and have lawfully been in UK for total of 5 yrs+ should be able to apply for ILR. Atleast this is far better than asylum seekers being able ...
by skyisthelimit
Fri Sep 19, 2008 12:10 pm
Forum: Employment offers and job seekers
Topic: 5 year Security check
Replies: 2
Views: 1572

netacct wrote:I also got an offer which requires SC clearance.
Yesterday only I have sent the papers/documents.

They asked me 3 years references and 5 years address details.
Can a Tier 1 holder get an SC or DV Clearance?
by skyisthelimit
Wed Aug 06, 2008 10:42 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

Hi guys

Finally got my Tier 1 (transferred from WP) :)
Timelines are as follows:

Sent application on 12th Jun 08
Received reference on 18th Jun 08
Visa stamped on 29th Jul 08
Received documents on 05 Aug 08

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This has been a very helpful forum, used to come here often.
All the best!
by skyisthelimit
Mon Aug 04, 2008 4:29 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

Re: got my visa stamped

hi all,i am happy share my happiness yes i got my visa stamped fresh application tier 1 from student application posted 26 june 2008 payment accepted 27 june 2008 referance no july 1 2008 got my visa stamped and recieve today 04 august 2008 thanks to all the memebrs and wish everyone to sucess Well ...
by skyisthelimit
Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:42 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

I didnt think either that it was appropriate to post the number. Moreover, I heard it only slows everyone's processing times due to people sending faxes. It is for 'urgent', not 'impatient' treatment. You wouldn't want to slow ur application even more by sending unnecessary faxes. I think even ...
by skyisthelimit
Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:17 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

I applied on 13th June, confirmation letter received on 17th June dated 16th June. I called them yesterday and was told they didn't give any information until ten weeks after I applied. Called again today, a young guy answered the phone and said he could see my application is with caseworker and it ...
by skyisthelimit
Tue Jul 22, 2008 3:17 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

jkotha2000 wrote:Hi,

I called up Home office and was told that my case is with Case worker's manager to have a close look.

Can any one comment ? ? ?..
Ha ha...just be patient dude...it would depend on the caseworker's mood as well :D
by skyisthelimit
Tue Jul 15, 2008 4:38 pm
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

I tried to call the HO, but the number always rings for a few minutes and then disconnects. Where can the Urgent Treatment form be found, or will they accept any letter? And what is the number it needs to be faxed to? Finally, what circumstances do they consider urgent? If there a guide on this ...
by skyisthelimit
Mon Jul 14, 2008 11:20 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

Can anyone please tell me what number to call for Tier1 enquiries?
Many Thanks!
by skyisthelimit
Mon Jul 14, 2008 10:30 am
Forum: UK Tier 1 (General) Visas
Topic: Current Processing Times - Help us to help you
Replies: 2868
Views: 1059005

Application couriered to HO from UK - 12th of June
Application received - 13th June
Letter with Reference Number received - 18th of June

Status Now :-
Still waiting, will probably call later today to find out.