Extension = leave to remain = can only be applied for from within the UK. An application from outside the UK is that of entry clearance = leave to enter. To apply for entry clearance you'll need a restricted CoS from your employer. - so then the COS I have been issued from my employer is a ...

Hi all, I've spent so much time trying to find the answer to this question with no luck. I need to apply for a UK visa tier 2 extension but I have a trip planned to the US over the holidays when my visa is up. I've looked at processing times and I can actually get it processed in the US while I'm ...