Tier 2 change of employer

[Ivanedwin]

Hi,

I am working in UK on tier 2 general visa. Recently I got a COS from a new employer. I would like to know the procedure,
1) How to apply for the visa ?
Please send me any links to apply online.
2) Do I need to visit Home office ?
3) How will I apply for BRP ?

Regards,
Ivan

[CR001]

I would like to know the procedure,

Google is amazing!!!

1) How to apply for the visa ?

https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general/extend-your-visa

2) Do I need to visit Home office ?

No. You only got to the premium service centre if you apply in person for same day decision.

3) How will I apply for BRP ?

Your BRP is your visa. Part of the application process and delivered by DX courier IF your visa is approved.

[Ivanedwin]

Thanks CR001,

Do you think my old employer need to inform home office about this change ?
Can I wait till I get BRP and then resign the job ?
is there any problem if I do this because of overlapping visas ?

[CR001]

Do you think my old employer need to inform home office about this change ?

Changing employer has nothing to do with your old sponsor.

Can I wait till I get BRP and then resign the job ?

Yes.

is there any problem if I do this because of overlapping visas ?

No.

[Ivanedwin]

There is a form called ""Request for inclusion form" for getting the appointment for priority services. in that form there is mark for Tier 2 dependent partner (Applying to join main applicant)
Do you mean, if my PBS dependent already in UK, Do I still need to mark this and apply for her visa ? (It just confuses me)

[CR001]

No, not if your dependent is not applying with you.

[Ivanedwin]

Thanks CR001,

I am in the process of applying the visa.
My job SOC is 2121 - civil engineers
My job title is "Façade Structural Engineer"
is there any additional cost if I opt priority services ?

there are two fee structures,
https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-general
https://www.gov.uk/tier-2-priority-applications

which one correct ?
how long does it take if I go with non priority application within UK ?

[CR001]

Second link appears the correct one.

If you go for non priority, it can take a couple of months.