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Travelling out of country while ILR application processing

Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2019 4:42 pm
by Sivasr
Hi,

I am going to submit my wife's ILR application form (standard way) next month. She has valid Tier 2 ICT dependent visa till 2021, however, she would be eligible for ILR in next month after staying 5 years. My Question is - can she travel out of country while ILR application is under processing as it normally takes 6 months now?

Please advice would be much appreciated. Thanks

Re: Travelling out of country while ILR application processing

Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2019 4:45 pm
by CR001
No she cannot travel. If she leaves the UK, her application will be considered withdrawn. If she has travel plans, then apply for ILR when she returns or postpone the travel.

No it does not take 6 months. It takes about 8 weeks.

Re: Travelling out of country while ILR application processing

Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2019 5:12 pm
by Sivasr
Thanks CR001.
Lot of people posted (on ILR processing time thread) regarding their ILR application form processing was being delayed for more than 6 months. hence, thought 6 month is a normal time for most of the people.

Re: Travelling out of country while ILR application processing

Posted: Wed Jun 19, 2019 6:14 pm
by CR001
Likely you are reading only about tier 1 entrepreneur members applying for ilr as they take long. Most others do not anymore.