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Posted: **Sat Feb 16, 2013 6:54 pm**

Hi,
A quick question but not very clear from any other posts.

I came to UK in May 2008 on work permit (Tier 2). Since then I have moved to Tier 1 general ending june 2013. I am planning to file ILR rather than extending Tier 1 visa before May 2013 as I would have completed 5 years in UK. (No major breaks in holidays etc).

Can I apply for ILR in may 2013 ?

Posted: **Sat Feb 16, 2013 6:56 pm**

You can as long as you qualify on all the criteria. Multiple visa isn't an issue as long as u don't have any gaps.

Posted: **Sat Feb 16, 2013 7:05 pm**

even if the work permit is UK entry clearance ? and then Tier1 general ?

Posted: **Sat Feb 16, 2013 11:52 pm**

yes, work permit / tier 2 and tier 1 all lead to settlement after 5 years, hence you can combine leaves in these categories for your ILR.

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5 years on different visa categories ?

5 years on different visa categories ?