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by Link-Law Associates
Fri Apr 06, 2012 9:10 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

I think that at the point when the migrant's leave expires neither can the employer continue employing him lawfully, therefore he must dismiss him, nor can the migrant lawfully continue working, therefore he must resign and leave the UK. Either way the employment contract must come to an end at ...
by Link-Law Associates
Fri Apr 06, 2012 8:46 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

I didn't suggest that an employer could dismiss an employee on the grounds that his leave was about to expire, but rather they could dismiss an employee who was no longer entitled to work in the UK. I understood your correlation between disabled and migrant workers but didn't agree with it. There ...
by Link-Law Associates
Thu Apr 05, 2012 8:10 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

Re: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)

It is worth considering (from an employment law prospective) that your current employer should take "all reasonable steps" to continue your employment otherwise there could be a claim for unfair dismissal on the grounds of discrimination. You are suggesting that the employer should apply for a ...
by Link-Law Associates
Thu Apr 05, 2012 10:59 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

Re: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)

It is worth considering (from an employment law prospective) that your current employer should take "all reasonable steps" to continue your employment otherwise there could be a claim for unfair dismissal on the grounds of discrimination. You are suggesting that the employer should apply for a ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Apr 04, 2012 5:35 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier-2 Resident Labour Market Test Exemption
Replies: 26
Views: 10834

Re: Tier4 Dependent to Tier2 with in UK

Hi all I am having same problem and a lot of confusion. My employer is ready to give tier2 work permit after 5 months of my continuous work. 1) can he apply now because i am working for him already since 5 months.? 2) do he need to do RLMT.? 3) RLMT before the COS application or after.? 4)Can i ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Apr 04, 2012 5:14 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

Re: Many thanks

Just one last question , if I find another job with an employer who already has an employer's license then do I need to work there for at least six months (which is impossible in my case)? Many many thanks for your help. If you are applying for Tier 2 (ICT) then you need to demonstrate you have ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Apr 04, 2012 4:45 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 (General) employer sponsor status
Replies: 2
Views: 1225

Re: Tier 2 (General) employer sponsor status

Hi, I want to find whether anyone knows how long it takes for an employer to secure the Tier 2 sponsor status? My future employer is currently applying for one. They suggest that they are liaising with an immigration adviser and that it takes some time. They apparently have initiated this process ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Apr 04, 2012 4:34 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)
Replies: 13
Views: 2587

Re: PSW to Tier-2 (without employer's license)

Hello, My PSW will expire in mid August 2012 and by 31st July I'd complete 6 months of working for a big company. My employer never had any sponsorship license nor they intend to apply for one. My questions is, is it possible for me to apply for a Tier-2 if my employer doesn't have a sponsor's ...
by Link-Law Associates
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:23 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Switching to Tier 2 visa (sponsored) from Tier 1 (gENERAL)
Replies: 4
Views: 1208

Dear Greenie, I give free advice on the immigration boards - which helps drives traffic to the boards - There is also an option to add or attach a signature. what I am doing is not touting for business. If people wish to contact me to discuss a message I have left they are free to do so. my details ...
by Link-Law Associates
Thu Mar 08, 2012 9:30 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Switching to Tier 2 visa (sponsored) from Tier 1 (gENERAL)
Replies: 4
Views: 1208

If your job description is a Shortage occupation role – drafted by the MAC (Migration Advisory Committee) then your employer would be exempt from carrying out RLMT Secondly since you would be switching from PSW to Tier 2 with the same employer you would not be require to carry out RLMT either for f ...
by Link-Law Associates
Tue Mar 06, 2012 4:37 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: TIER 2 query- what happens in case of Job promotion
Replies: 6
Views: 8776

John353, There are "technical change" and "changes of employment" Any significant changes to location, salary, level of job or working hours are not considered as technical changes and will be regarded as a change of employment. Examples of changes the UKBA will not accept as a technical change are ...
by Link-Law Associates
Tue Mar 06, 2012 4:04 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: COS to expire 5th of April, Tier 2 visa toexpire 19th April
Replies: 7
Views: 1796

Dear rbt1889 Providing there has been no change in your circumstances and you are on the same SOC Code If you are on Tier 2 (General) and you are extending; your employer will issues you with an "unrestricted" CoS on or after the 5 April for further information you can visit our website http ...
by Link-Law Associates
Tue Mar 06, 2012 8:48 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Change Of Employment while in Tier 2
Replies: 1
Views: 762

Your employer will be required to carry out RLMT unless you are earning over £150,000pa or your position is on the shortage occupation list; or you are an ICT

If you require any further help you can email me at info@spammer.com or visit our website www.spammer.com for more information
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 6:24 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 ICT Short Term extention
Replies: 3
Views: 1093

Article 29 "You can apply to extend your stay for the maximum amount of time allowed for your specific sub-category". The maximum length of stay in your sub category "Short Term" (ICT) is 12 months, You are then subject to a cooling off period of 12 months where you cannot return to the UK in the ...
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 2:16 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 Sponsor licence and restricted/unrestricted cos
Replies: 5
Views: 1748

Hi John, Usually a visit will be announced if it is in relation to a sponsor application. The UKBA will give you 10 days notice. If you or your employer require further guidance regarding a UK Border Agency audit please contact me via our website www.spammer.com or email info@spammer.com Best wishes ...
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 12:31 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 Sponsor licence and restricted/unrestricted cos
Replies: 5
Views: 1748

Hi John Usually an application can take up to 12 weeks for processing, they might be able to complete it sooner, but I would not recommend calling the UKBA all the time. The best way forward is to insure you have submitted the correct documents in the first instance to insure the success of your ...
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:34 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 ICT Short Term extention
Replies: 3
Views: 1093

Dear Scorp.abhinav

If you are on short term ICT once that expires you will be subject to a 12 month cooling off period where you must leave the UK before you can return in the same category.
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:26 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 Sponsor licence and restricted/unrestricted cos
Replies: 5
Views: 1748

Dear Johnjkjk, A licence application can take up to 3 month; the UKBA might want to audit your employer also, to insure they can meet the requirements for sponsorship For further information on restricted and unrestricted CoS applications you can contact me direct at info@spammer.com or visit our ...
by Link-Law Associates
Mon Mar 05, 2012 11:17 am
Forum: UK Global Talent Visas (GTV)
Topic: Exceptionally talented?
Replies: 5
Views: 5407

"Exceptional Talent" is categorized as people who are internationally recognised as world leaders or potential world-leading talent in the fields of science and the arts.

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by Link-Law Associates
Fri Mar 02, 2012 3:47 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Help Please Urgent Tier 2 Incountry Application
Replies: 7
Views: 2048

You need to reapply - if this is something you would like help with you can email me direct at info@spammer.com or visit our website www.spammer.com for details
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Feb 29, 2012 10:04 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Company Tier 2 License...........Pls Help
Replies: 5
Views: 958

1) If a company has been trading for less than 18 months you would need to supply a certain combination of documents (Group 1). 2)The revenue or company turnover is only to establish the size of your organisation so the UK Border Agency can charge you the appropriate fee for considering your ...
by Link-Law Associates
Fri Feb 24, 2012 9:28 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Tier 2 ICT Long stay eligibility
Replies: 1
Views: 604

Dear aksthehunk, Switching into Tier 2 (ICT Long Tern Staff) In order to meet the requirements you will either be 1. ICT Established Staff 2. ICT under the rules in place before 6 April 2010 3. ICT Work permit holder 4. Representative of Overseas Business In all cases you must still be working for ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Feb 22, 2012 3:23 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Who decides which SOC code to use?
Replies: 10
Views: 2381

Second point to switch from PSW into Tier 2 you will need to have a qualifying academic degree, not a professional or vocational course such as ACCA One would assume that the OP has UK degree if he has PSW. However, in the event that he got leave under PSW on the basis of a Post Graduate Diploma ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Feb 22, 2012 1:17 pm
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Who decides which SOC code to use?
Replies: 10
Views: 2381

Second point to switch from PSW into Tier 2 you will need to have a qualifying academic degree, not a professional or vocational course such as ACCA One would assume that the OP has UK degree if he has PSW. However, in the event that he got leave under PSW on the basis of a Post Graduate Diploma ...
by Link-Law Associates
Wed Feb 22, 2012 11:44 am
Forum: Skilled Worker Visas (UK Employer Sponsored)
Topic: Help Please Urgent Tier 2 Incountry Application
Replies: 7
Views: 2048

Dear bvinay, Entering an incorrect SOC code is classed as a significant error If you have made a significant error, you must cancel the CoS and assign a new one if needed This would not constitute a change of circumstance and a "sponsor note" can only be added to a CoS that has been assigned. if you ...