Is the 28 day minimum time period still valid

[wins7031]

Hi Moderators

My 5 years towards ILR will be completed by 30th July 2014. I've heard previously about a 28 day rule as the earliest time period before booking an appt which in my case will make me eligible to apply a PEO appt by 2nd July

Simple question - have I got this right? Is this rule still valid or do I have to wait till 30th July as the earliest towards PEO?

Thanks
Wins

[CR001]

28 day rule still applies.

[Amber]

When did you get EC and when did you enter the UK, initially?

[wins7031]

Thanks CR001 and Amber for coming back to me. I initially qualified in Tier 1 (G) on 30/7/09 having previously been on PSW. So an in-country application

My current extension visa is stamped till 19/9/14 owing to the delay during 2012 Olympics. My belief is by July 14 I am eligible than wait till Sept. I hope I have got this right?

[Amber]

Then as per CR001, from 28 days before 30/7/14.